Senior Data Platform Engineer - Technology Services

Salem Keizer Public School District; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 108,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem-Keizer Public Schools in Salem, Oregon, seeks a Senior Data Platform Engineer within Technology Services to lead district data platforms, optimize SQL Server environments, and strengthen data security and recoverability.

This role develops enterprise data integrations and SSIS solutions, collaborates with district partners and vendors, and ensures reliable technical solutions that support student success and operational effectiveness across the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience managing SQL Server environments and enterprise data integrations.
• Strong communication and customer service skills to support district stakeholders.
• Ability to design and implement data architecture, disaster recovery, and data security.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases and related systems.
• Develop data integrations and SSIS solutions.
• Collaborate with district staff, partners, and vendors to design reliable data platforms.
• Ensure data platforms support student success and operational needs.

Skills

SQL Server

Database administration

SSIS

Data integration

Data security

Tools

SSDT/SSMS

Job description

Senior Data Platform Engineer - Technology Services JobID: 14859

• Date Posted:
  10/7/2026
• Location:
  TECHNOLOGY & INFORMATION SRVS (022)

PURPOSE: The Senior Data Platform Engineer provides advanced technical expertise and leadership for district data platforms by managing complex database environments, optimizing system performance and availability, strengthening data security and recoverability, and developing enterprise data integrations. This position serves as a senior technical resource for database architecture, administration, disaster recovery, data security, automation, and integration practices that support educational, operational, and business functions. The position collaborates with Technology and Information Services staff, district partners, and vendors to design and implement reliable technical solutions, resolve complex issues, and ensure district data platforms effectively support student success and organizational effectiveness.

We are seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator to support and enhance our SQL Server environment. This position is responsible for building, maintaining, securing, and optimizing databases and related systems, while also developing data integrations, reports, and SSIS solutions that support organizational operations. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication and customer service skills and is committed to delivering responsive, collaborative support to stakeholders throughout the district.

Type: Pro-Tech
Hours per day:8
Number of days per year:260
Status:Permanent
Salary Range:$107,886 - $144,840

All Applicants, please note: If selected, you will be asked to participate in an interview process. Interviews are conducted virtually, in person, or via a one-way video. Please note interviews are a required part of the hiring process, non-compliance with the interview eliminates your eligibility for the position. Salem-Keizer Public Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veterans' status, or other categories protected by ORS Chapter 659A.