<h2>A bit about us </h2>Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!  <h2>Job Description</h2>Company Summary Trek Bicycle is a global leader in the design and manufacture of bicycles and related products. Trek believes the bicycle can be a simple solution to many of the world’s most complex problems and is committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent people from using bicycles more often for transportation, recreation, and inspiration. Our mission is to create products we love and take care of our customers. We value our team, making sure the best is on the field. We value new ideas from anywhere, inspiring others with our positive energy, dealing with reality to make the tough calls, and getting things done fast- turning ideas into reality.<h2></h2><h2>Position Description</h2>Database EngineeringTrek’s Infrastructure Engineering team runs a hybrid estate spanning on‑prem SQL Server and Azure (including Azure SQL Database Hyperscale). We’re standardizing observability on Grafana + Loki, modernizing automation and CI/CD, and migrating selected databases across our environments. You’ll help operate, secure, and evolve these data platforms for mission‑critical apps (including BI/ERP/JDE and other enterprise systems).This role is part of a collaborative cross-functional team that spans infrastructure engineering, development, and functional areas, and supports Trek’s global headquarters in Waterloo, WI.<h2></h2><h2>Responsibilities</h2>Operate &amp; optimize databases<ul><li>Administer Microsoft SQL Server (on‑prem/Windows Server) and Azure SQL (Hyperscale and/or Managed Instance) across our environments</li><li>Tune performance end‑to‑end (indexing, plan analysis, Query Store, waits, I/O) and deliver measurable improvements on targeted workloads.</li><li>Manage capacity and cost (compute sizing, file layouts, storage growth, and backups/retention).</li></ul>Reliability, HA/DR, and change<ul><li>Engineer and run HA/DR (Always On AG/FCI, replication, log shipping) with defined RPO/RTO; execute quarterly DR tests with complete documentation.</li><li>Plan and execute database upgrades and migrations (on‑prem, Azure, version upgrades) with minimal downtime and clear rollback.</li><li>Patch, harden, and maintain fleets with automation and low rollback rates.</li></ul>Integrations &amp; Analytics (plus)<ul><li>Support and enhance SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) packages and scheduling/orchestration patterns; help modernize or migrate when appropriate.</li><li>Administer and optimize SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS): processing strategies, partitioning, and cube model performance.</li><li>Qlik Replicate:<ul><li>Skilled in installing, configuring, and administering Qlik Replicate with expertise in CDC, endpoint management, and task monitoring.</li><li>Proficient in managing Qlik Replicate to ensure reliable real‑time data replication, supporting seamless integration.</li></ul></li></ul>Observability &amp; Incident Response<ul><li>Stand up and maintain database health dashboards in Grafana; centralize SQL logs into Loki; author actionable alerting.</li><li>Participate in the on‑call rotation; triage incidents quickly, lead/assist RCAs, and close the loop with documentation.</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; enablement<ul><li>Work closely with application teams, ERP/JDE stakeholders, BI/Analytics, and Cloud/Network/Systems engineers.</li><li>Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal guilds/tech talks.</li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience</li><li>Proficiency in T‑SQL and SQL Server internals (query plans, indexes, waits, DMVs, transaction log, tempdb, concurrency).</li><li>Hands‑on experience with Azure SQL (Hyperscale/MI preferred): connectivity patterns (Private Endpoints), backups/restore, security, monitoring.</li><li>HA/DR experience with Always On AG/FCI and DR testing; clear understanding of RPO/RTO and failover mechanics.</li><li>Operational excellence: backup/restore strategies, patching, access control, and documentation.</li><li>Scripting/automation with PowerShell and T‑SQL; Git workflows (branching, PRs, code reviews).</li><li>Familiarity with PostgreSQL and/or MongoDB concepts and tooling (enough to complete onboarding and basic operations).</li><li>Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including Infrastructure, Security, BI, ERP, and Business users</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document procedures, train users, and explain technical concepts</li></ul><h2>Additional Skills</h2><ul><li>Systems &amp; networking fluency (big plus): Comfortable troubleshooting across layers: DNS, routing, load balancers/WAF, proxies, TLS/PKI, firewalls/NSGs, Private Endpoints, and hybrid connectivity.</li><li>Qlik Replicate: CDC patterns, endpoint sizing/tuning, job reliability, and monitoring/alerting; experience integrating Replicate logs/metrics into Grafana/Loki.</li><li>SSIS &amp; SSAS: Package lifecycle and performance (SSIS), Tabular/Multi‑D admin and model tuning (SSAS).</li><li>Automation &amp; pipelines: GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Jenkins; database CI/CD with SSDT/Flyway/Liquibase; test automation for schema changes.</li><li>Observability: Grafana (panels, alerting), Loki (log pipelines), exporters/agents for SQL metrics.</li><li>Security: Always Encrypted with secure enclaves, Azure Key Vault/Managed Identity, RBAC design, auditing, and least‑privilege patterns.</li><li>Data platform breadth: SQL Server replication, Postgres streaming replication/partitioning, MongoDB sharding/replica sets.</li><li>Infra &amp; networking: Windows Server 2022, storage fundamentals, DNS/PKI, Private Link, firewalls/NSGs; performance across hybrid links.</li><li>SRE mindset: SLA/SLO design, error budgets, incident command, post‑incident reviews.</li></ul>Tools<ul><li>Databases: SQL Server (on‑prem &amp; Azure), Azure SQL Hyperscale/MI; exposure to PostgreSQL/MongoDB.</li><li>Automation: PowerShell, T‑SQL, (optionally) Python; Terraform.</li><li>CI/CD: GitHub (primary), Azure DevOps/Jenkins (during transitions).</li><li>Observability: Grafana, Loki (logs), (optionally) Mimir/Prometheus exporters.</li></ul>If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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Database Engineer- III

<h2>A bit about us&nbsp;</h2>Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us! &nbsp;<h2>Job Description</h2>Company Summary Trek Bicycle is a global leader in the design and manufacture of bicycles and related products. Trek believes the bicycle can be a simple solution to many of the world’s most complex problems and is committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent people from using bicycles more often for transportation, recreation, and inspiration. Our mission is to create products we love and take care of our customers. We value our team, making sure the best is on the field. We value new ideas from anywhere, inspiring others with our positive energy, dealing with reality to make the tough calls, and getting things done fast- turning ideas into reality.<h2></h2><h2>Position Description</h2>Database EngineeringTrek’s Infrastructure Engineering team runs a hybrid estate spanning on‑prem SQL Server and Azure (including Azure SQL Database Hyperscale). We’re standardizing observability on Grafana + Loki, modernizing automation and CI/CD, and migrating selected databases across our environments. You’ll help operate, secure, and evolve these data platforms for mission‑critical apps (including BI/ERP/JDE and other enterprise systems).This role is part of a collaborative cross-functional team that spans infrastructure engineering, development, and functional areas, and supports Trek’s global headquarters in Waterloo, WI.<h2></h2><h2>Responsibilities</h2>Operate &amp; optimize databases<ul><li>Administer Microsoft SQL Server (on‑prem/Windows Server) and Azure SQL (Hyperscale and/or Managed Instance) across our environments</li><li>Tune performance end‑to‑end (indexing, plan analysis, Query Store, waits, I/O) and deliver measurable improvements on targeted workloads.</li><li>Manage capacity and cost (compute sizing, file layouts, storage growth, and backups/retention).</li></ul>Reliability, HA/DR, and change<ul><li>Engineer and run HA/DR (Always On AG/FCI, replication, log shipping) with defined RPO/RTO; execute quarterly DR tests with complete documentation.</li><li>Plan and execute database upgrades and migrations (on‑prem, Azure, version upgrades) with minimal downtime and clear rollback.</li><li>Patch, harden, and maintain fleets with automation and low rollback rates.</li></ul>Integrations &amp; Analytics (plus)<ul><li>Support and enhance SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) packages and scheduling/orchestration patterns; help modernize or migrate when appropriate.</li><li>Administer and optimize SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS): processing strategies, partitioning, and cube model performance.</li><li>Qlik Replicate:<ul><li>Skilled in installing, configuring, and administering Qlik Replicate with expertise in CDC, endpoint management, and task monitoring.</li><li>Proficient in managing Qlik Replicate to ensure reliable real‑time data replication, supporting seamless integration.</li></ul></li></ul>Observability &amp; Incident Response<ul><li>Stand up and maintain database health dashboards in Grafana; centralize SQL logs into Loki; author actionable alerting.</li><li>Participate in the on‑call rotation; triage incidents quickly, lead/assist RCAs, and close the loop with documentation.</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; enablement<ul><li>Work closely with application teams, ERP/JDE stakeholders, BI/Analytics, and Cloud/Network/Systems engineers.</li><li>Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal guilds/tech talks.</li></ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience</li><li>Proficiency in T‑SQL and SQL Server internals (query plans, indexes, waits, DMVs, transaction log, tempdb, concurrency).</li><li>Hands‑on experience with Azure SQL (Hyperscale/MI preferred): connectivity patterns (Private Endpoints), backups/restore, security, monitoring.</li><li>HA/DR experience with Always On AG/FCI and DR testing; clear understanding of RPO/RTO and failover mechanics.</li><li>Operational excellence: backup/restore strategies, patching, access control, and documentation.</li><li>Scripting/automation with PowerShell and T‑SQL; Git workflows (branching, PRs, code reviews).</li><li>Familiarity with PostgreSQL and/or MongoDB concepts and tooling (enough to complete onboarding and basic operations).</li><li>Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including Infrastructure, Security, BI, ERP, and Business users</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document procedures, train users, and explain technical concepts</li></ul><h2>Additional Skills</h2><ul><li>Systems &amp; networking fluency (big plus): Comfortable troubleshooting across layers: DNS, routing, load balancers/WAF, proxies, TLS/PKI, firewalls/NSGs, Private Endpoints, and hybrid connectivity.</li><li>Qlik Replicate: CDC patterns, endpoint sizing/tuning, job reliability, and monitoring/alerting; experience integrating Replicate logs/metrics into Grafana/Loki.</li><li>SSIS &amp; SSAS: Package lifecycle and performance (SSIS), Tabular/Multi‑D admin and model tuning (SSAS).</li><li>Automation &amp; pipelines: GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Jenkins; database CI/CD with SSDT/Flyway/Liquibase; test automation for schema changes.</li><li>Observability: Grafana (panels, alerting), Loki (log pipelines), exporters/agents for SQL metrics.</li><li>Security: Always Encrypted with secure enclaves, Azure Key Vault/Managed Identity, RBAC design, auditing, and least‑privilege patterns.</li><li>Data platform breadth: SQL Server replication, Postgres streaming replication/partitioning, MongoDB sharding/replica sets.</li><li>Infra &amp; networking: Windows Server 2022, storage fundamentals, DNS/PKI, Private Link, firewalls/NSGs; performance across hybrid links.</li><li>SRE mindset: SLA/SLO design, error budgets, incident command, post‑incident reviews.</li></ul>Tools<ul><li>Databases: SQL Server (on‑prem &amp; Azure), Azure SQL Hyperscale/MI; exposure to PostgreSQL/MongoDB.</li><li>Automation: PowerShell, T‑SQL, (optionally) Python; Terraform.</li><li>CI/CD: GitHub (primary), Azure DevOps/Jenkins (during transitions).</li><li>Observability: Grafana, Loki (logs), (optionally) Mimir/Prometheus exporters.</li></ul>If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Database Engineer- III

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