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Azure SQL Database Engineer

Chicago, IL ยท Hybrid

$120K - $135K/yr

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What you will be doing As an Azure SQL Database Engineer you will be responsible for deployment, migration, implementation, and administration of ...

SQL DBA

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

$48 - $60/hr

We are seeking a seasoned SQL DBA to design, build, secure, and operate Azure SQL Managed Instance (SQL MI) and Azure SQL Database (PaaS) environments. The role combines deep database administration ...

SQL DBA

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

$48 - $60/hr

We are seeking a seasoned SQL DBA to design, build, secure, and operate Azure SQL Managed Instance (SQL MI) and Azure SQL Database (PaaS) environments. * The role combines deep database ...

Azure SQL DBA with Azure PAAS Experience Location: Atlanta, GA or Hartford, CT (Onsite) Duration: Long-term contract. Job Summary: โ€ข Strong experience with Azure PASS SQL DATABASE. โ€ข Experience ...

Azure SQL Developer - Buffalo, NY

Buffalo, NY ยท On-site

$53.25 - $66/hr

Azure SQL Database Expertise: * Strong hands-on experience with Azure SQL Database * Proficiency in T-SQL for complex queries, stored procedures, and schema design. * Experience in database ...

SQL Server Database Administrator

Plano, TX ยท On-site

$47.75 - $59.75/hr

Brown & Brown is seeking an SQL Server Database Administrator to join our growing team in Plano ... Azure Database Administrator Associate * Data Administrator Associate * Azure Fundamentals * Azure ...

As an Azure SQL Database Engineer you will be responsible for deployment, migration, implementation, and administration of databases and support of all database environments and related applications ...

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SQL DBA

Lansing, MI ยท Hybrid

$50.75 - $63.50/hr

Azure SQL / AWS RDSS: * Required. 2-3 years. Configure Azure SQL Database, Managed Instances, or ... AWS RDS SQL Server. Cloud Migration: Preferred. 1-2 years. Move workloads from on premises to cloud ...

SQL Database Administrator

Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site

$47.75 - $59.75/hr

We are seeking a highly skilled SQL Database Administrator (DBA) with expertise in SQL Server on Azure, particularly focused on load balancing and geography-based routing to multiple sites. As a SQL ...

SQL Database Administrator

Lansing, MI ยท Hybrid

$50.75 - $63.50/hr

Azure SQL / AWS RDSS * 2-3 years of experience configuring Azure SQL Database, Managed Instances, or AWS RDS SQL Server. * Preferred 1-2 years of experience in cloud migration using Azure Database ...

SQL DBA

Omaha, NE

$35 - $40/hr

SQL DBA, Automation, Azure SQL, AWS RDS, T-SQL, PowerShell. * Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field. * 5+ years of hands-on SQL Server DBA experience. * Strong knowledge of T ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for azure sql database in the United States is $71.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62.98 and $71.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Azure SQL Database job typically involves managing, optimizing, and maintaining Microsoft Azure's cloud-based SQL databases. Responsibilities may include database administration, performance tuning, security management, backup and recovery, and implementing best practices. Professionals in this role may also work with automation, monitoring, and troubleshooting to ensure high availability and efficiency. Strong expertise in SQL, Azure services, and database management is essential.

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To thrive as an Azure SQL Database professional, you need expertise in SQL query writing, database administration, and cloud-based database architecture, along with a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure portal, Azure SQL Database management tools, PowerShell scripting, and certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are important soft skills in this role. These capabilities are essential for ensuring data integrity, system performance, and seamless collaboration with IT and development teams.

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Azure SQL Database professionals often encounter challenges such as optimizing database performance, managing security protocols, and troubleshooting connectivity issues in a cloud environment. Adapting to rapidly evolving Azure services and integrating on-premises data with cloud solutions are also frequent tasks. Collaboration with development, security, and infrastructure teams is common, requiring solid communication skills to ensure database reliability and efficiency. These challenges offer professionals valuable opportunities to deepen their cloud expertise and drive impactful improvements within their organizations.

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Azure SQL Database Engineer

CIBC

Chicago, IL โ€ข Hybrid

$120K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

We're building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what's right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you will be doing

As an Azure SQL Database Engineer you will be responsible for deployment, migration, implementation, and administration of databases and support of all database environments and related applications on on-prem and Azure SQL Databases. You are responsible for performance monitoring, security, troubleshooting, backups, error checks, and replication and works directly with other teams to triage and troubleshoot on escalating issues. You install, configure, maintain and patch SQL Servers, test backup/recovery, replication, failover, and disaster recovery, deploy new database and code per change requests and provides troubleshooting and support including after-hours support.

CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You'll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you'll spend 2 days per week on-site at our Chicago location, while other days may be remote.

How will you succeed

  • Database Administration - Manage SQL Server Databases, Azure SQL databases, instances Backup and restore on-prem and Azure SQL databases. Also managed instances Monitor SQL Agent jobs and respond to critical job notifications on failure.

  • Troubleshooting - Troubleshoot and resolve problems with production systems; escalates issues and facilitates resolution. Automate common management tasks using PowerShell. Evaluates data access and security to ensure that electronic data resources are available to those who need access and protected Automates database Management tasks. You are a DBA with developer skills and a mindset.

  • Collaboration - Works collaboratively with the application support and development team including architects, developers to ensure project success. Assists in project planning and management with clients and other staff members and creating documentation and maintenance plans, assigning monitoring threshold values,

Who you Are

  • You must demonstrate 8+ years of experience in. SQL Database Administration with relational database. In addition to this, You must have an experience with backup strategies, replication, and DR solutions for SQL, monitoring and tuning MS SQL Server databases for optimum performance and a deep knowledge of indexes, index management, statistics, performance tuning.

  • This position demands comprehensive expertise in SQL Server database administration, along with a thorough familiarity with the distinct capabilities and limitations of Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server deployed on Azure Virtual Machines.

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or equivalent is preferred.

  • You are a certified professional. Microsoft Azure Certification is desired.

  • Its is an asset if you have experience with Basic PowerShell and Python knowledge or any other scripting language and familiarity with SQL Integration Services,Postgres and Oracle.

  • You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take initiative, go above and beyond, and deliver results. You are flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and can manage projects of varying length. You are responsible, highly dependable, organized; able to work individually and collaboratively with peers.

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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $120,000- $135,000 based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee's needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave, and Vacation), Holidays, and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

  • We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

  • Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

  • We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

  • CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

  • You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

  • We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

IL-70 W Madison St, 10th Fl

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Database Administration, Database Management, Decision Making, Infrastructure Design, Infrastructure Implementations, Microsoft Azure, Performance Analytics, Performance Engineering, Performance Tuning, SQL Databases, Structured Query Language (SQL), Troubleshooting