Lead Database Engineering

S&P Global

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Dallas, TX
Salary
$120,000–$160,000 / yr
Posted
131 days ago
Closes
Feb 3, 2027
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $140k
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This role pays less than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $142,300–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $140k versus about $177k for comparable roles.

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About S&P Global

S&P Global delivers Essential Intelligence® that shapes decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead.

S&P Global currently has 26 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $145,515–$216,350 across 16 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Database Engineering

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S&P Global Market Intelligence seeks a Lead Database Engineer to join their Enterprise Solutions division in Dallas. This hands-on role involves administering and maintaining SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL databases across cloud platforms with 24/7 support responsibilities. The engineer will tune queries, optimize database performance, collaborate with developers on schema design, and implement comprehensive security frameworks. Ideal candidates have 10-12+ years of experience in database administration, including at least two years in a lead or senior capacity, with expertise in MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and preferably Microsoft SQL Server. Strong skills in automation scripting, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices are desired for this role that supports large-scale mission-critical systems.

Skills

SQL Server Oracle PostgreSQL MySQL CI/CD Python Shell Ansible DevOps Cloud platforms Database performance tuning Query optimization Backup and recovery Replication High availability solutions Database security Automation scripting Performance monitoring tools

What you'll do

  • Administer and maintain SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL databases on cloud platforms.
  • Perform database installations, patching, upgrades, and configure high-availability deployments.
  • Tune SQL queries and stored procedures for optimal performance using partitioning, compression, and indexing.
  • Implement comprehensive security frameworks including encryption and access controls for data protection.
  • Conduct execution plan analysis and optimize query performance with monitoring tools.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience as a Database Administrator with at least 2+ years in a lead or senior role.
  • Expertise in administering MySQL, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases on cloud platforms.
  • Proven ability to tune database performance through query optimization and indexing strategies.
  • Hands-on experience with backup, recovery, replication, and high availability solutions for enterprise-scale systems.
  • Strong understanding of database security, auditing, and compliance best practices.
  • Experience with cloud database migration strategies and performance tuning across major cloud providers.

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