• Ensure maximum availability and reliability of mission-critical database systems across hybrid infrastructure. • Design, implement, and maintain SQL Server Always-on Availability Groups, clustering, and replication topologies. Constantly improve the observability of all database systems. • Lead major database upgrade initiatives and modernization efforts. Support other engineers and teams in their use of database systems. • Continuously enhance observability using telemetry, performance analysis, and proactive monitoring. • Continuously enhance processes through automation. Automate operational workflows using PowerShell, Python, and CI/CD tooling. • Ensure all data is protected and secure • Participate in our on-call rotation • Troubleshoot and tune high-load production systems, including complex performance and replication issues. • Lead technical response during high-severity incidents and conduct root cause analysis. • Ensure database security, backup integrity, and disaster recovery readiness. • Contribute to the development of best practices for database engineering and reliability. • Collaborate cross-functionally to design scalable, resilient data architectures. • Mentor team members and contribute to engineering best practices.