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Senior SQL Server Performance Specialist (f/m/d) #AWS #Azure #Performance #MSSQL

GLS Germany GmbH & Co. OHG, New Bremen, OH, United States


Senior SQL Server Performance Specialist (f/m/d) #AWS #Azure #Performance #MSSQL

Eschborn

Full time

Unlimited

We are looking for a

Senior SQL Server Performance Specialist (f/m/d) #AWS #Azure #Performance #MSSQL

to join one of our agile Scrum teams in

Eschborn

or fully

remote ! You will be part of the GLS Group IT Solutions & Architecture unit taking care of our microservice architecture, our API products and our web portals for international parcel logistics around the world. We create modern “API first” and “Cloud first” logistics solutions for our internal organization, partners, and customers.

What can you expect with us?

You will optimize and troubleshoot SQL Server performance issues across multiple countries and environments, making a direct impact on global operations

You will collaborate closely with developers and architects to design high-performance database solutions for new features and applications

You will lead and support database migrations from on-premises to cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance throughout the transition

You will architect and implement performance improvements for both existing on-premises and cloud-based MS SQL Server environments

You will work with cutting-edge database technologies and cloud platforms (Azure SQL Database, AWS RDS) to deliver scalable solutions

You will be able to put your expertise into action by developing automated monitoring, alerting, and optimization solutions

You will be part of an international, agile database team in a stable economic environment, working mostly remote with colleagues from around the world

What do you bring to the table?

You have a computer science, information technology degree, or comparable training

You have been working as a SQL Server Performance Specialist, Database Developer, or Senior DBA for multiple years (6+ years, preferred 8+ years)

You consider yourself a pro 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

Your English is very good, and you can understand and present complex database performance concepts

Interested? Take the first step and preferably apply via the Apply button. Benefit from our diverse career opportunities. We look forward to meeting you and are well prepared!

Who are we? More than 800 million parcels worldwide, over 9,000 employees at around 70 locations nationwide – that’s us: GLS Germany. One of the leading parcel service providers in Germany. Our mission? Whether it’s filled shelves in shops or happy online shoppers – we make a valuable contribution by connecting people and places. Become part of our success story and shape the future with us!

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