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Database Reliability Engineer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$58.75 - $78/hr

W (flexible on other 2 days) Site Reliability Engineer - Northern Trust, Goals Driven Wealth ... NoSQL databases • Knowledge of monitoring tools • Excellent oral and written communication ...

Lead SRE Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$150K/yr

Preferredqualifications: * 7+ years of experience in Site Reliability Engineering or DevOps. * Experience with other tools such as SQL and NoSQL databases and orchestration services. * Experience in ...

#23183 - Site Reliability Engineer

Riverwoods, IL · On-site

$59.25 - $78.75/hr

We are looking for a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)) to join our growing team in the United States ... Knowledge of SQL, MySQL, and database concepts Key Responsibilities * Partner with application ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL

$58.75 - $78/hr

The Site Reliability Engineering team drives reliability strategy, elevates engineering standards ... Strong command of database architecture - including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cloud SQL) and ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$58.75 - $78/hr

The Site Reliability Engineering team drives reliability strategy, elevates engineering standards ... Strong command of database architecture - including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cloud SQL) and ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL

$58.75 - $78/hr

The Site Reliability Engineering team drives reliability strategy, elevates engineering standards ... Strong command of database architecture -- including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cloud SQL) and ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$58.75 - $78/hr

The Site Reliability Engineering team drives reliability strategy, elevates engineering standards ... Strong command of database architecture - including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cloud SQL) and ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL

$58.75 - $78/hr

The Site Reliability Engineering team drives reliability strategy, elevates engineering standards ... Strong command of database architecture - including relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cloud SQL) and ...

Provide SRE production support for Mainframe applications, APIs, Web Services, and Microservices ... Strong SQL and database troubleshooting skills. * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal ...

Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL

$58.75 - $78/hr

Provide SRE production support for Mainframe applications, APIs, Web Services, and Microservices ... Strong SQL and database troubleshooting skills. * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal ...

Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $130K/yr

The Site Reliability Engineering team works with all departments and business units to provide ... Familiarity with database design and tuning, especially with AWS Aurora MySQL and Postgresql

The Site Reliability Engineering team works with all departments and business units to provide ... Familiarity with database design and tuning, especially with AWS Aurora MySQL and Postgresql

Staff SRE - Observability

Chicago, IL

$58.75 - $78/hr

Experience implementing SRE practices including error budgets and toil metrics * Proficiency in ... databases, embeddings, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) * Experience with AI/ML model ...

Staff SRE - Observability

Chicago, IL

$58.75 - $78/hr

Experience implementing SRE practices including error budgets and toil metrics * Proficiency in ... databases, embeddings, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) * Experience with AI/ML model ...

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$114.3K

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How much do database reliability engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for database reliability engineer in Illinois is $114,319.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,300.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Database Reliability Engineer job?

A Database Reliability Engineer (DBRE) is responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of database systems. They apply software engineering and SRE principles to database management, focusing on automation, monitoring, and incident response. DBREs work closely with development and operations teams to optimize queries, design resilient architectures, and prevent downtime. Their goal is to create efficient database systems that support business-critical applications with minimal disruptions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Database Reliability Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Database Reliability Engineer, you need expertise in database architectures, performance tuning, and troubleshooting, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with database systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, as well as automation tools and cloud platforms, is highly valued, and certifications such as AWS Certified Database – Specialty can be advantageous. Attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and effective communication skills are crucial for success in this role. These abilities ensure reliable data infrastructure, minimize downtime, and facilitate smooth collaboration across technical teams.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Database Reliability Engineer?

As a Database Reliability Engineer, your daily tasks will often include monitoring database performance, proactively identifying and resolving issues, automating routine maintenance, and ensuring system security and backups. You'll collaborate closely with software developers, DevOps engineers, and IT teams to troubleshoot incidents and implement improvements that enhance database reliability and scalability. Your day may also involve creating documentation, planning for disaster recovery, and participating in on-call rotations. This dynamic role requires both hands-on technical work and teamwork to maintain seamless database operations in fast-paced environments.

Infographic showing various Database Reliability Engineer job openings in Illinois as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,319 per year, or $55 per hour.

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

Scalence L.L.C.

Naperville, IL • On-site

$57 - $75.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 hours ago


Job description

Job Summary:
Scalence L.L.C. is seeking a highly experienced Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to ensure high availability and operational stability of critical financial and ERP systems. The role focuses on incident management, system reliability, and continuous improvement in a 24×7 environment.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure high availability and reliability of enterprise applications in a 24×7 production environment
• Monitor applications, batch jobs, and workflows to maintain operational continuity
• Lead and manage major incidents (P1/P2) and drive resolution to minimize business impact
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement preventive measures
• Design and maintain monitoring dashboards
• Implement proactive alerting and improve system observability
• Diagnose and resolve application and data-related issues using SQL queries and log analysis
• Support release deployments, change validation, and post-deployment activities
• Collaborate with infrastructure, DBA, and development teams to resolve technical issues
• Create and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles
Qualifications:
Required:
• Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and Application Support
• Incident & Problem Management
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• SLA / SLO Compliance
• Batch Monitoring & Scheduling
• ITIL Framework
• 10 years of experience in Application Support / Reliability Engineering roles
• Strong experience in BFSI or enterprise application environments
• Proven track record in managing production support operations and high-severity incidents
• Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2
Preferred:
• CI/CD Tools: GitHub
• Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, S3, VPC)
• Databases: Oracle, SQL Server
• Languages: SQL, SQR, Basic Java
• Ticketing Tools: ServiceNow, Jira
• Operating Systems: UNIX, Linux, Windows
Company:
In today’s dynamic and competitive market, success hinges on mastering three key areas: Data Intelligence, Business Resilience, and Digital Experience. Founded in , the company is headquartered in Morristown, USA, with a team of 501-1000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.