Blueprint · 13 hours ago
Junior SQL Performance Engineer
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$28.85/hr - $33.65/hr
0+ years expBlueprint is a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, focused on helping organizations unlock value through innovative technology. The Junior SQL Performance Engineer will support database performance engineering initiatives, validate SQL performance, and collaborate with development teams to ensure system stability and scalability.
ConsultingSoftwareInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Execute SQL performance testing across new hardware and software releases
Identify, analyze, and document performance regressions
Conduct performance diagnostics using SQL tools and system metrics
Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot and resolve performance issues
Design and support architecture components including software, hardware, and communication layers to meet enterprise system requirements
Ensure systems comply with enterprise IT architecture standards and integration requirements
Evaluate workflow, system design, and organizational processes to recommend performance improvements
Support compatibility validation within the common operating environment
Author technical documentation related to test plans, diagnostics, and findings
Contribute to long-term performance validation initiatives
Provide guidance or technical direction as needed within small project scopes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
0–2 years of professional experience in software or database engineering
Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, operating systems concepts)
Exposure to SQL performance testing, query optimization, or database diagnostics
Programming or scripting experience in C, C#, or PowerShell
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to clearly explain technical concepts and findings
Experience working in structured test or validation environments
Preferred
Exposure to performance benchmarking tools or regression detection methodologies
Understanding of database engine internals and query execution plans
Experience analyzing system performance metrics (CPU, memory, I/O)
Experience contributing to technical planning or small solution design efforts
Prior experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams
Advanced degree (MBA or related technical master's degree)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account
401k program
Competitive PTO offerings
Parental Leave
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Company
Blueprint
Blueprint is redefining the data solutions ecosystem.
501-1000 employees
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