Principal Database Engineer

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Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of subscription spend management innovation?

At TRG Screen, we're not just redefining how organizations manage their subscription expenses – we're shaping the future of the industry. With cutting-edge solutions and a commitment to excellence, we empower businesses around the globe to optimize their subscription investments and drive sustainable growth.

Join us in our mission to revolutionize subscription management and make a meaningful impact on the way businesses access and utilize critical information. At TRG Screen, your talent and ambition will find a home, where opportunities for growth and advancement abound.

About TRG Screen

TRG Screen is the leading provider of market data and subscription management technology and automation solutions, tailored to the unique needs of financial institutions and legal firms. Our integrated suite of solutions includes market data and subscription spend management, usage management, compliance reporting, and comprehensive managed services, which hundreds of clients worldwide use to remove cumbersome and inaccurate manual processes and gain control over market data and subscription costs at scale. For more than 25 years, TRG Screen has enabled businesses who rely on market data to monitor and strategically manage spending and usage of data and information services, including market data, research, software licenses, consulting and other necessary corporate expenses. TRG Screen solutions give decisionmakers full transparency into subscription spend and usage, enabling them to proactively manage subscription costs at scale, conduct more informed vendor negotiations, improve governance, and avoid unnecessary spending on these mission-critical business services. TRG Screen is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Europe and Asia, as well as a 24x7 client support center in Bangalore, India.

TRG Screen is a portfolio company of Vista Equity Partners, one of the world's largest and most respected private equity firms.

The Role

TRG Screen are seeking an experienced Principal Database Engineer to lead our database infrastructure initiatives with a primary focus on Microsoft SQL Server environments. This senior-level position requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities to drive database architecture decisions across the organization.

Responsibilities

Database Architecture & Design

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-scale SQL Server database solutionsDevelop database architecture standards, best practices, and design patternsLead database capacity planning and scalability initiativesArchitect high-availability and disaster recovery solutions using SQL Server Always On, failover clustering, and replication technologiesHelp with strategy, architecture and implementation of data warehouse across all of our products

Performance & Optimization

Conduct advanced performance tuning and query optimization across SQL Server instancesWork with DBA to understand the database monitoring solutions and performance baselinesDesign and implement indexing strategies for optimal query performanceAnalyze and optimize database storage, memory allocation, and I/O patterns

Leadership & Strategy

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to database engineering team membersCollaborate with application development teams on database design and integrationLead database technology evaluations and migration projectsParticipate in architectural review boards and technical decision-making processes

Operations & Maintenance

Oversee database backup, recovery, and business continuity strategiesImplement database security policies, access controls, and compliance measuresEstablish and maintain database documentation and operational procedures

Data Management

Design and implement data governance frameworks and data quality initiativesLead ETL/ELT process design and optimizationOversee data archival, retention, and purging strategiesSupport business intelligence and analytics initiatives

Qualifications and Experience

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field10+ years total experience in database engineering and administration5+ years experience in senior or lead database engineering rolesExperience in enterprise environments with high-availability requirements

Technical Skills

10+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL ServerExpert-level knowledge of T-SQL programming, stored procedures, functions, and triggersExtensive experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and related toolsDeep understanding of SQL Server internals, query execution plans, and performance optimizationProficiency with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups, failover clustering, and replicationExperience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Reporting Services (SSRS), and Analysis Services (SSAS)Strong knowledge of database security, encryption, and compliance requirementsExperience with cloud platforms (Azure SQL Database, AWS RDS for SQL Server)Knowledge of other database platforms (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) for comparison and migration projectsFamiliarity with big data technologies and modern data platformsExperience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for database workloads

Development & Automation

Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for database automation and administrationExperience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and practicesKnowledge of CI/CD pipelines and database deployment automationFamiliarity with monitoring tools (SQL Monitor, SolarWinds, Nagios, etc.)Hands-on experience with a data warehouse implementation

Leadership Experience

Previous experience leading database engineering teamsProject management experience with large-scale database initiativesExperience with vendor management and technology procurement

Key Competencies

Strategic Thinking: Ability to align database strategies with business objectivesProblem Solving: Strong analytical skills for complex database troubleshootingCommunication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiencesLeadership: Proven ability to mentor team members and drive technical initiativesAdaptability: Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements

Work Environment

Hybrid work environment with flexibility for remote workOccasional on-call responsibilities for critical database issuesMay require travel for system implementations or disaster recovery exercisesFast-paced environment with multiple concurrent projects

Join TRG Screen and unlock your potential in an environment where innovation thrives, opportunities abound, and your contributions make a difference. We are an equal opportunities employer. We recognise and value the power of diversity in our workplace and are committed to being an employer of choice for everyone. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

At TRG Screen, we understand that diverse and inclusive teams are not just beneficial, they are essential to our success. We recognize that embracing diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences fosters innovation, enhances problem-solving capabilities, and drives better business outcomes. By cultivating a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard and valued, we empower our world class teams to thrive, excel, and drive positive change.

We are proud of our diverse workforce and are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all employees. People from various ethnicities, ages, genders, and abilities are encouraged to apply. 

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