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Cloud Database EngineerSan Antonio, TX (Remote/Hybrid)Long-Term ContractJob ID 24-09268Solugenix is assisting a client, a prestigious and large investment management company, in their search for a Cloud Database Engineer. This is a long-term contract opportunity based out of San Antonio, TX (Remote/Hybrid).We are seeking an experienced Cloud Database Engineer skilled in Oracle, Aurora PostgreSQL, Terraform, and Python to join our team. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud-native database solutions, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance. The ideal candidate has a solid background in database management in cloud environments, as well as infrastructure automation and scripting to streamline deployments and maintenance.Qualifications:Education:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).Experience:7+ years in database engineering or a similar role.Proficiency in Oracle and Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL.Hands-on experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation.Strong Python scripting abilities for automation and integration tasks.Technical Skills:Familiarity with cloud environments, preferably AWS.Knowledge of database security best practices and high availability setups.Understanding of CI/CD processes and version control tools.Preferred Qualifications:Certifications in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).Experience with additional automation tools or programming languages.Familiarity with other database systems, such as MySQL or NoSQL databases.Responsibilities:Database Design & ManagementDesign and manage highly available, scalable databases using Oracle and Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL.Develop and maintain database schemas, indexes, and views to support application requirements.Monitor database performance, optimize query efficiency, and ensure system security and data integrity.Cloud Infrastructure & AutomationUse Terraform to define, deploy, and manage infrastructure as code, ensuring consistent database provisioning and configuration across environments.Collaborate with DevOps to integrate database provisioning with CI/CD pipelines.Scripting & OptimizationWrite scripts in Python to automate routine tasks, such as backups, scaling, data migration, and recovery procedures.Implement monitoring and alerting for database environments using scripting or third-party tools.Pay Range for CA, CO, IL, NJ, NY, WA, and DC: $70/hour to $75/hour.
Starting rate of pay offered may vary depending on factors including but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.Solugenix will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and Ordinance. Applicants do not need to disclose their criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if we are concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, applicants will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.About the Client:Our client is an American financial services company. It ranks among the world’s oldest and largest investment management organizations.
They have offices globally.About SolugenixSolugenix is an information technology services company known for its deep experience and knowledge in providing comprehensive technology services, solutions, and talent support for companies around the world. The company offers a variety of cutting edge and talent support solutions to promote growth and cutting-edge advancement to our esteemed clients and candidates. We provide these talent support solutions on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis. We also have additional resources from our staffing partners to ensure the right match and expertise for the best result.For over 50 years, global and local brands have trusted Solugenix as an added resource and partner in taking steps to ensure their immediate and future success.
In addition to generating ground-breaking, industry-defining solutions, Solugenix has been delivering the talent and support needed to make it happen. We are dedicated to partnering with clients and candidates whose core values also foster a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity.
