Senior Sql Database Developer Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.

LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 65 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG.

OUR PEOPLE:

People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential.

We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 65 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.

Role profile:

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Database Engineer to join our DataScope Database Administration team. The team manages more than 400+ Sybase ASE, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, and Azure/AWS Cloud based database environments across development, testing, pre-production, and production platforms.

In this role, you will partner with application development, QA, infrastructure, cloud, and product teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure database solutions and stabilize database operation day to day. You will contribute to project delivery, database modernization initiatives, operational excellence, automation, performance optimization, and cloud adoption efforts.

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about database technologies, continuous improvement, and solving complex technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Project Delivery & Database Change Management
  • Partner with development and product teams to review database designs for new initiatives, enhancements, and defect resolutions.
  • Evaluate the impact of database changes across upstream and downstream systems and customer environments.
  • Coordinate release planning, testing, and deployment activities for database changes.
  • Implement database updates across centralized and customer database environments while maintaining stability and data integrity.
  • Support project delivery by providing database expertise throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Database Engineering & Development
  • Design, develop, and enhance database tools, utilities, and automation solutions.
  • Support data entitlement and distribution requirements through database and application enhancements.
  • Develop and maintain database objects, maintenance scripts, reports, and monitoring solutions.
  • Contribute to proof-of-concept initiatives and platform evaluations across database technologies.
• Quality Assurance & Technical Consulting
  • Collaborate with QA teams to support database testing activities.
  • Provide database technical guidance for test planning, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
  • Assist cross-functional teams in identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Cloud & Platform Modernization
  • Support database deployments and modernization initiatives within Azuer/AWS and other cloud environments.
  • Participate in architecture, implementation, and operational support for cloud-based database platforms.
  • Assist with capacity planning, monitoring, maintenance, and release management in cloud environments.
  • Contribute to infrastructure upgrades, database migrations, and technology refresh programs.
• Operational Support & Reliability
  • Provide support for database incidents including performance issues, data discrepancies, latency concerns, access requests, and system availability issues.
  • Monitor database health proactively and implement preventative measures to minimize service disruptions.
  • Perform database performance tuning, optimization, and capacity management activities.
  • Support disaster recovery exercises, failover testing, backup validation, and restoration testing.
  • Coordinate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to support ongoing operational requirements.
  • Participate in scheduled support activities and critical maintenance windows as needed.
• Automation & Continuous Improvement
  • Develop and enhance scripts, tools, and automation processes using scripting and programming languages with AI technology adoption
  • Improve operational efficiency through standardization, monitoring, and process optimization.
  • Document procedures, best practices, and technical solutions to support knowledge sharing.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience administering and supporting enterprise database environments, including:
  • Sybase ASE (16.x)
  • Azure/AWS SQL managed instance
• Experience supporting databases on RedHat Linux platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills in complex production environments.
• Experience with SQL performance tuning, stored procedures, triggers, and database optimization.
• Experience developing and maintaining automation scripts using one or more of the following:
  • Python
  • Bash
  • Perl
• Knowledge of database replication technologies and high-availability solutions.
• Familiarity with database backup, recovery, failover, and disaster recovery practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently when needed.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Azure, AWS, or other cloud platforms.
• Experience supporting large-scale OLTP and/or data warehouse environments(Snowflake)
• Knowledge of Sybase Replication Server, SQL Server Replication, Warm Standby, Database Mirroring, or related technologies.
• Experience on Kafka message base data distribution system and Azure ADF tool
• Experience with benchmark testing, load testing, and performance assessment activities.
• Experience supporting database migrations, platform upgrades, and infrastructure modernization efforts.
• Experience building operational tools, monitoring solutions, or self-service support capabilities.
• Knowledge of Linux, Solaris, and command-line administration tools.
• Experience with AWS Aurora PostgreSQL, MySQL or Oracle database administration.
• Experience with NoSQL, Azure Cosmos DB
• Strong passion for technology, a willingness to learn new skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Experience in Financial industry is plus

Success in This Role

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

A proactive and customer-focused mindset.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning.

Attention to detail and a structured approach to delivering high-quality solutions.

Ownership, accountability, and the ability to drive initiatives from planning through implementation.

A collaborative approach to working across global and distributed teams.

Career Stage:

Senior Associate

Compensation/Benefits Information:

LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $100,200 - $167,000.Please be aware base salary ranges may vary by geographic location, city and state. In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP/"bonus plan"). Target AIP rates will be commensurate with role level and posted career stage. Individual salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and equivalent experience. LSEG roles (excluding internships and part-time roles of less than 20 hours per week) are typically eligible for inclusion in our LSEG Benefits program, which includes offerings of: Annual Wellness Allowance, Paid time-off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending & Health Savings Options, Prescription Drug plan, 401(K) Savings Plan and Company match. LSEG's Benefits plan also includes basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance commuter assistance etc.

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject.

If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.