We’re looking for talented professionals to join us in bringing smart money management and payment solutions to everyone’s fingertips.
This position is classified as structured hybrid, with an expectation of a minimum of three (3) days per week working in the office and flexibility to work remotely on the remaining days. On-site expectations may evolve over time to support business needs, with clear communication provided in advance.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Location Requirement
This position is open only to candidates who currently reside in the following approved location:
Los Angeles, CA
Job Summary
We are looking for a
Database Engineer
with
deep expertise in
SQL Server
and
Azure cloud technologies
to join our product engineering team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a
fast-paced, AI-enhanced SDLC and
is passionate about building scalable, secure, and
high-performance applications.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement,
and optimize
SQL Server databases
for high availability, scalability, and performance.
Lead and support
Azure migration
efforts for legacy databases and data services.
Develop
and maintain
cloud-native data solutions
using Azure SQL, Azure Data
Factory, Cosmos, and
other relevant services.
Operate in an
AI driven SDLC environment
:
Collaborate with AI copilots to convert stakeholder requirements into structured data models and specs.
Use generative AI tools to iterate on database architectures and performance strategies.
Pair program with AI assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude) to write, refactor,
and validate SQL
in real-time.
Implement tools for automated validation, bug prediction, and self-healing data pipelines.
Collaborate with application engineers to ensure seamless integration between backend data systems and product features.
Monitor and troubleshoot database performance, security, and compliance issues.
Required Qualifications
6+ years of experience in database engineering with a focus on
SQL Server
.
Strong understanding of
database design
, indexing,
query optimization
, and stored procedures.
Strong experience in
Database Modeling
using 3rd Normal form with solid experience in data
architect.
Have 3-5 years’
experience in
No SQL experience such as COSMOS.
Having
solid knowledge of
SQL Internals
in Azure SQL Database Hyperscale
Strong experience
in optimizing database
queries and stored procedures
including monitoring
database performance both
system and
database standpoint.
Has strong experience using SQL Server side Trace.
Proven experience with
Azure SQL
,
Azure Data Factory
, and
cloud-native data architectures
.
Expertise in reviewing stored proc performance, reading execution plans and making optimizations
Designing and writing high performance SQL queries and table designs
Familiarity with
AI code assistants
like GitHub Copilot, or similar tools.
Knowledge in distributed databases
and ELT tools, data
stream processing tools is a big plus.
**
Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship**
**Ability to meet the location requirement outlined above**
POSITION TYPE
Regular
PAY RANGE
The targeted base salary for this position is $130,800 to $186,300 per year. The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.
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We’re Here to Support You—Accommodations Upon Request
Green Dot is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, we encourage you to let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a way that respects your privacy and ensures equal opportunity. Our goal is to support every applicant in showcasing their talents and potential.
Work Authorization Requirement
At Green Dot Corporation, we value diversity and strive for fair and inclusive hiring practices. However, we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Important Notice on Application Accuracy
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