Position Overview

The UAM Data Operations Team requires a highly skilled and experienced Senior SQL Programmer with at least 8 years of professional development experience with application databases, and data lake/data mart datasets. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, advanced technical expertise, and the ability to translate complex business workflows into functional SQL code for application and reporting needs.  This role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, IT teams, and leadership to support strategic initiatives and operational excellence.  The position reports to the Senior Data Scientist, under the direction of the Data Operations Team Leader.

Job Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain data tier codebase using Transact-SQL, Google SQL, and modern programming and scripting languages.
• Perform data validation, cleansing, and quality assurance to ensure data integrity and consistency.
• Translate business requirements into SQL code for application development, including schema architecture, table construction, view definitions, stored procedures, trigger actions, and scheduled queries.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and data extraction processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, Operations, Sales, and IT.
• Support enterprise data governance, compliance, and reporting initiatives.
• Mentor junior staff members and contribute to best practices and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of professional experience in ANSI SQL/Transact SQL programming for application development support.
• Strong expertise in:
  • SQL programming and relational databases
  • Advanced data manipulation techniques
  • Data visualization and reporting tools
• Hands-on experience with one or more RDBMS platforms such as:
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • PostGres SQL
  • MySQL
• Extensive experience with programming/scripting languages such as:
  • Transact SQL (T-SQL)
  • Google SQL
  • Python
• Strong understanding of:
  • Data lake and warehousing concepts
  • Data governance and quality frameworks
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as:
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Microsoft Azure
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in: Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, Engineering, or other related computational fields

Short Description

Preferred Technical Skills

• Advanced SQL optimization and performance tuning
• API and data integration experience
• Knowledge of machine learning concepts is a plus
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Familiarity with ERP/CRM systems such as SAP or Salesforce 

Required Soft Skills: 

• Mastery of remote communication skills is required – this position is 100% remote
• Must maintain professional appearance and always be camera ready
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally in conference call scenarios
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Effective collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Additional Information

What We Offer:*

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program:  Send-A-Friend.
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.