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GLGLS Germany

Senior SQL Server Performance Specialist(m/w/x)

Eschborn
Full-timeRemoteSenior

Database optimization and troubleshooting across multiple countries for a parcel service provider. Deep expertise in query execution plans and advanced tuning tools (SSMS, Extended Events) required. Large-scale cloud migration projects, international team collaboration.

Requirements

  • Computer science, information technology degree, or comparable training
  • Working as a SQL Server Performance Specialist, Database Developer, or Senior DBA for multiple years
  • Proficiency in SQL Server (versions 2012-2022) and advanced performance optimization
  • Deep expertise in query execution plans, indexing strategies, and performance troubleshooting
  • Mastery of performance tuning tools (SSMS, Extended Events, Query Store, DMVs, wait statistics analysis)
  • Expert-level query optimization, execution plan analysis, and index design
  • Strong experience with SQL Server internals and architecture
  • Database Engine internals (SQL OS, Relational Engine, Storage Engine)
  • Memory management, transaction log optimization, and locking/deadlock resolution
  • Schema design, normalization/denormalization, and table partitioning strategies
  • Hands-on experience with High Availability solutions (Always On Availability Groups, clustering, replication)
  • Proficiency in advanced T-SQL development and PowerShell scripting for automation and monitoring
  • Experience with cloud SQL Server performance optimization (Azure SQL Database, AWS RDS, or hybrid scenarios)
  • Familiarity with enterprise monitoring solutions (SolarWinds DPA, RedGate SQL Monitor, Quest Spotlight) and custom monitoring
  • Knowledge of modern SQL Server features (Query Store, Intelligent Query Processing, Automatic tuning)
  • Experience with performance testing methodologies and data warehouse optimization is a plus
  • Some experience with PostgreSQL is a plus, but not mandatory
  • Strong ability to document findings and communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Very good English and ability to understand and present complex database performance concepts

Tasks

  • Optimize SQL Server performance issues
  • Troubleshoot performance across multiple countries
  • Collaborate with developers to design database solutions
  • Support database migrations to cloud environments
  • Ensure optimal performance during transitions
  • Implement performance improvements for SQL Server
  • Work with Azure SQL Database and AWS RDS
  • Develop automated monitoring and optimization solutions

Work Experience

  • 6 years

Education

  • Vocational certificationOR
  • Bachelor's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • SSMS
  • Extended Events
  • Query Store
  • DMVs
  • wait statistics analysis
  • Azure SQL Database
  • AWS RDS
  • SolarWinds DPA
  • RedGate SQL Monitor
  • Quest Spotlight
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