As an Azure SQL Database Engineer at CIBC, you will join a dynamic team responsible for the deployment, migration, and administration of databases across on-premises and Azure environments. Your daily tasks include performance monitoring, security management, troubleshooting, and implementing disaster recovery strategies. You will work closely with development teams to ensure successful project outcomes and maintain high database availability through automation using PowerShell or other scripting languages. Ideal candidates have 8+ years of experience in SQL Database Administration, deep knowledge of indexes and performance tuning, and certifications like Microsoft Azure. This role demands expertise in managing SQL Server databases on Azure Virtual Machines and familiarity with tools such as SQL Integration Services and Postgres.
Manage deployment and administration of on-premises and Azure SQL databases.
Monitor database performance, security, and troubleshoot issues in production systems.
Implement backup strategies, replication, and disaster recovery solutions for SQL databases.
Automate common management tasks using PowerShell or other scripting languages.
Collaborate with development teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
What we're looking for
8+ years of experience in SQL Database Administration and relational database management.
Expertise in backup strategies, replication, disaster recovery solutions for SQL databases.
Comprehensive knowledge of Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs.
Microsoft Azure Certification preferred; Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or equivalent desired.
Experience with PowerShell scripting and familiarity with SQL Integration Services beneficial.
Proven ability to troubleshoot production systems and automate management tasks using scripts.
Market check
Salary context
This
$120,000–$135,000
range sits above
38%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$105,000–$188,600
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$126,312–$192,162
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About CIBC
CIBC (Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce) is a leading North American financial institution offering personal, business, public sector, and institutional banking, investment banking, and wealth management services. Industry: Banking & Financial Services
CIBC currently has
8 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$120,000–$150,000
across 7 roles with salary data.