Malibu Boats, Inc. (MBI) seeks a Senior Database Engineer to design, develop, optimize, and support enterprise SQL Server solutions. This hands-on role partners closely with Application Development, systems analysts, business stakeholders, and infrastructure teams to translate requirements into reliable operational databases and integrations. The position emphasizes OLTP design and advanced T-SQL, with contributions to ERP cloud migration and Microsoft Fabric as the platform evolves. The engineer also provides secondary SQL Server administration coverage when the primary DBA is unavailable.
Location: Knoxville, TN (Hybrid); remote considered for qualified candidates working Eastern Time
Key Responsibilities
Database Architecture, Development & Performance
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Design logical and physical OLTP data models, schemas, indexes, constraints, and data standards; apply dimensional modeling where appropriate.
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Develop, review, and optimize complex T-SQL, stored procedures, views, functions, and database integrations; troubleshoot with execution plans, Query Store, and wait statistics.
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Support database integrations and data movement needed by operational applications; coordinate with teams responsible for enterprise ETL/ELT pipelines.
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Partner with application developers on schema changes, transaction handling, data access patterns, and performance; support source control, automated testing, and CI/CD deployments.
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Document architecture, data flows, dependencies, and design decisions; mentor engineers and promote maintainable development practices.
Business Partnership & Modernization
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Work with systems analysts and business owners to clarify requirements, assess data impacts, define acceptance criteria, and resolve data quality issues early.
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Support on-premises-to-cloud ERP database migrations, including Microsoft Dynamics GP: assessment, integration dependencies, migration, validation, cutover, and post-migration tuning.
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Collaborate with platform and analytics teams on SQL Server, Azure SQL, and emerging Microsoft Fabric capabilities, including OneLake mirroring, Warehouse, and Lakehouse integrations.
Secondary DBA & Controls
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Provide backup DBA coverage for production monitoring, alerts, SQL Agent jobs, incident response, backup verification, restores, and disaster recovery.
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Maintain database access controls and support SOX evidence requests; perform approved patching, integrity checks, and routine maintenance using primary DBA runbooks.
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QualificationsRequired Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience; 7+ years of hands-on SQL Server database development and advanced T-SQL.
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Strong OLTP database design and performance tuning experience, including normalization, indexing, concurrency, transaction management, execution plans, and Query Store.
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Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into documented relational models and technical specifications; working knowledge of dimensional modeling.
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Experience with Git-based source control, database CI/CD, and Agile delivery; familiarity with database integrations and data movement.
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Working knowledge of SQL Server backup/restore, security, SQL Agent, monitoring, and disaster recovery fundamentals.
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Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration with application developers and business teams.
Preferred Qualifications
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Microsoft Fabric (OneLake, Warehouse, Lakehouse, pipelines), including Spark SQL, PySpark ETL notebooks, and Delta tables; experience supporting Fabric-based data processing is a plus.
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Microsoft Dynamics GP, Dynamics 365, or other ERP platforms; manufacturing or multi-business environments.
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ETL/ELT technologies (SSIS, Azure Data Factory, or equivalent); Azure SQL or AWS RDS; SOX controls; automated database testing, infrastructure-as-code, and Jira.
Success Measures & Working Expectations
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Deliver documented, performant database solutions that meet agreed quality and delivery targets and support application teams effectively.
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Maintain production reliability during backup DBA coverage, including tested restore procedures, current runbooks, and timely critical-alert escalation.
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Support validated ERP migrations within approved downtime windows and maintain effective database access and change controls.
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Backup DBA coverage applies during primary DBA absences; no regular on-call rotation. Critical after-hours support may be required during coverage or planned cutovers.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- 7+ years of hands-on SQL Server database development experience
- Advanced T-SQL experience
- Strong OLTP database design and performance tuning experience
- Experience with normalization, indexing, concurrency, transaction management, execution plans, and Query Store
- Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into documented relational models and technical specifications
- Working knowledge of dimensional modeling
- Experience with Git-based source control, database CI/CD, and Agile delivery
- Familiarity with database integrations and data movement
- Working knowledge of SQL Server backup and restore, security, SQL Agent, monitoring, and disaster recovery fundamentals
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience with Microsoft Fabric, including OneLake, Warehouse, Lakehouse, pipelines, Spark SQL, PySpark ETL notebooks, and Delta tables
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP, Dynamics 365, or other ERP platforms
- Experience in manufacturing or multi-business environments
- Experience with ETL/ELT technologies such as SSIS or Azure Data Factory
- Experience with Azure SQL or AWS RDS
- Experience with SOX controls, automated database testing, infrastructure-as-code, and Jira
Malibu Boats, LLC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Malibu Boats, LLC and has not been reviewed or approved by Malibu Boats, LLC.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is commonly characterized as fair to good and a relative strength versus other workplace factors. Production and technical roles in particular cite decent starting wages and solid hourly rates after time served.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Opportunities such as quick raises, overtime, and occasional bonuses enable earnings to increase over time in several roles. This upward movement is highlighted most often in manufacturing and technician positions.
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Affordable Benefits — Health coverage and other benefits are often described as good or reasonably priced, with offerings that include employer-paid insurance protections, retirement matching, paid leave, disability coverage, and multiple plan options. These elements are frequently seen as a relative strength compared with other workplace aspects.
Malibu Boats, LLC Insights
What We Do
Malibu Boats designs and manufactures handcrafted watersports towboats, including wake, ski, and surf boats, for enthusiasts, families, and professional riders. Founded by waterskiing enthusiasts, the company focuses on innovation, performance, customization, and on-water experiences. Its Malibu and Axis Wake Research boats are built across facilities in the United States and Australia, supported by technologies such as Surf Gate and Power Wedge.
