SQL Database Engineer

Job Summary Key Deliverables and Responsibilities We're seeking a Database Engineer to join our Technology team. In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain high-performance, secure, and highly available database systems, including both Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments, supporting critical business applications. Design, implement, and maintain relational database systems for performance, scalability, and reliability Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL databases, ensuring optimal performance and uptime Architect and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions, including failover strategies Configure and manage database replication technologies to support data distribution and system resilience Perform core DBA functions including patching, database upgrades, environment cloning, and backup/monitoring processes Analyze and troubleshoot performance issues across database and application layers Partner with developers to support query optimization and performance tuning Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to ensure systems align with business requirements Support ongoing improvements to database architecture in a large-scale, complex environment What We Are Looking For 4+ years of experience in database engineering or administration Strong expertise in: Microsoft SQL Server (on-prem) database administration Azure SQL Database / cloud-based database administration High availability solutions (e.g., clustering, failover groups, availability groups) Database replication (transactional, merge, or similar technologies) Relational database design T-SQL (including complex stored procedures and triggers) Preferred Skills Experience with: SQL Server performance monitoring tools Data migration and hybrid cloud environments IIS and SharePoint environments PostgreSQL (administration or development experience) Test data management or synthetic data tools (e.g., Generative Data platforms, GenRocket) Familiarity with cloud migrations and distributed systems Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Why Join Us Work across on-prem and cloud (Azure) database platforms Hands-on experience with high availability and replication at scale Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional partnerships Hybrid flexibility in Phoenix, Des Moines, or Fairfield Opportunities for growth and advancement Why Cambridge? Cambridge has competitive benefits and promotes a work/life balance to encourage individual success. Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance Vacation/sick time 401K retirement plan with company matching program Eleven paid holidays You can find more details about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Company Overview:

At Cambridge, our purpose is simple: to make a difference in the lives of our financial advisors, their clients, and our associates. Founded in 1981, we have 45 years of experience supporting independent financial advisors with industry-leading tools, compliance, and transition services. Guided by our core values—integrity, commitment, flexibility, and kindness—we put financial advisors first in every decision we make. Cambridge is an internally controlled, growth-focused independent broker-dealer, ranked among the largest and fastest-growing firms in the industry. With home offices in Fairfield, Iowa, and Phoenix, Arizona, and a nationwide reach, our 900 associates maintain a 4:1 advisor-to-associate ratio to ensure personalized service. Our community of over 4,000 producing financial advisors includes diverse business models—RIA, corporate RIA, hybrid, fee-only, and brokerage—and offers a broad selection of investment solutions with no proprietary products. For further information about Cambridge, please visit https://www.joincambridge.com/ At Cambridge, we're not just offering a job — we're inviting you to join a community where you can make a real impact and grow a fulfilling career. With exceptional development opportunities and a team that truly supports your success, you'll have everything you need to thrive. Learn more about working at Cambridge here. Culture is at the core of who we are. We believe great things happen when people work together in a supportive, balanced, and collaborative environment. At Cambridge, your voice matters, friendships flourish, and you'll always feel part of something bigger. Discover our culture here.