What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Database Engineer - MariaDB position at SGA Inc.?
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior Database Engineer (Maria DB) for a FULL TIME assignment with one of our premier clients in Dayton, OH.
Position Summary
The Database Engineer (DBE) needs a thorough understanding of relational database theory and practice, along with in-depth knowledge of data systems and database methodology, design and modeling. This individual must be analytical and adept at problem solving, can strategically design and implement production databases, and provide support for specific applications. The DBE focuses on the logical and physical aspects of the database and application data contained within. They are responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing database policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of data. The Database Engineer will also monitor and ensure system performance issues do not arise due to database related issues. The database engineer is a person who can bridge the gaps and interact with the other portions of IT. A DBE is someone who can communicate on both a technical level and a business level. They must be able to partner with the infrastructure team, the application development team and the information management team.
Accountabilities/Responsibilities
1. Database Architecture, Design and Implementation
The DBE is responsible for the architecture, design and implementation of database systems and components in support of information management goals. This includes the database and data life cycle. It includes understanding and applying the science and art of data modeling practiced via modern methods, tools and interfaces. The DBE is involved in gathering business requirements, logical modeling, physical modeling, implementing the model and maintaining the model.
2. Data Availability, Control, Governance and Integrity
The DBE, in partnership with the data owner, is responsible for the accessibility, availability and integrity of the database and data. The DBE is responsible for defining and implementing the appropriate strategy and methods to maintain control and governance of the database and the data, as defined and mandated by the owner. This includes understanding and accounting for all the potential data access interfaces and methods, and ensuring proper security and auditing measures are in place. A critical success factor is identifying, understanding and reconciling the associated business and technical requirements for data and information management.
3. Data Centric Application Design and Programming
The DBE is responsible for ensuring proper and adequate data centric techniques are used in the design, development and implementation of applications. This includes taking advantage of built in database management system features and functions such as constraints, functions and triggers. The DBE is responsible for understanding and applying the science and art of coding and implementing SQL (DDL, DML and PSM) via modern methods, tools and interfaces. Leading, guiding and reviewing data centric application development is a fundamental task. As appropriate, the DBE is also involved in all aspects of maintaining, modernizing and enhancing existing database applications that are based on DDS, high level language record level access and other non-SQL interfaces.
4. Database Performance and Scalability
The DBE is responsible for identifying, understanding, reconciling and meeting the data serving performance and scalability requirements. This includes applying the best practices of indexing, work management and set- at-a-time SQL requests. The DBE is responsible for understanding and applying the science and art of monitoring, analyzing and tuning data access and data processing via modern methods, tools and interfaces. The DBE is involved in planning, sizing and configuring database systems to meet business and technical requirements. This should include the set up and use of prototypes, proofs of concept, proofs of technology and realistic benchmarks.
Competencies for Success:
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Collaboration and Communication
Planning and Organizing
Presentation Skills
Proficient with SQL
Knows the Data
Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Qualifications
Greater than 8 years related professional experience
Associate's degree in Computer Science or related field
Similar work experience, technical skills or relevant certification may be considered in place of
bachelor's degree; must maintain awareness of changing technology
At least 5 years' experience with Maria DB
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
Certification directly related to computer programming
Physical Demands:
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations:
Sitting for extended periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and other computer components
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
EEO Employer: Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status.
Position Summary
The Database Engineer (DBE) needs a thorough understanding of relational database theory and practice, along with in-depth knowledge of data systems and database methodology, design and modeling. This individual must be analytical and adept at problem solving, can strategically design and implement production databases, and provide support for specific applications. The DBE focuses on the logical and physical aspects of the database and application data contained within. They are responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing database policies and procedures to ensure the integrity of data. The Database Engineer will also monitor and ensure system performance issues do not arise due to database related issues. The database engineer is a person who can bridge the gaps and interact with the other portions of IT. A DBE is someone who can communicate on both a technical level and a business level. They must be able to partner with the infrastructure team, the application development team and the information management team.
Accountabilities/Responsibilities
1. Database Architecture, Design and Implementation
The DBE is responsible for the architecture, design and implementation of database systems and components in support of information management goals. This includes the database and data life cycle. It includes understanding and applying the science and art of data modeling practiced via modern methods, tools and interfaces. The DBE is involved in gathering business requirements, logical modeling, physical modeling, implementing the model and maintaining the model.
2. Data Availability, Control, Governance and Integrity
The DBE, in partnership with the data owner, is responsible for the accessibility, availability and integrity of the database and data. The DBE is responsible for defining and implementing the appropriate strategy and methods to maintain control and governance of the database and the data, as defined and mandated by the owner. This includes understanding and accounting for all the potential data access interfaces and methods, and ensuring proper security and auditing measures are in place. A critical success factor is identifying, understanding and reconciling the associated business and technical requirements for data and information management.
3. Data Centric Application Design and Programming
The DBE is responsible for ensuring proper and adequate data centric techniques are used in the design, development and implementation of applications. This includes taking advantage of built in database management system features and functions such as constraints, functions and triggers. The DBE is responsible for understanding and applying the science and art of coding and implementing SQL (DDL, DML and PSM) via modern methods, tools and interfaces. Leading, guiding and reviewing data centric application development is a fundamental task. As appropriate, the DBE is also involved in all aspects of maintaining, modernizing and enhancing existing database applications that are based on DDS, high level language record level access and other non-SQL interfaces.
4. Database Performance and Scalability
The DBE is responsible for identifying, understanding, reconciling and meeting the data serving performance and scalability requirements. This includes applying the best practices of indexing, work management and set- at-a-time SQL requests. The DBE is responsible for understanding and applying the science and art of monitoring, analyzing and tuning data access and data processing via modern methods, tools and interfaces. The DBE is involved in planning, sizing and configuring database systems to meet business and technical requirements. This should include the set up and use of prototypes, proofs of concept, proofs of technology and realistic benchmarks.
Competencies for Success:
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Collaboration and Communication
Planning and Organizing
Presentation Skills
Proficient with SQL
Knows the Data
Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum Qualifications
Greater than 8 years related professional experience
Associate's degree in Computer Science or related field
Similar work experience, technical skills or relevant certification may be considered in place of
bachelor's degree; must maintain awareness of changing technology
At least 5 years' experience with Maria DB
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
Certification directly related to computer programming
Physical Demands:
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations:
Sitting for extended periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, power tools, and other computer components
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
EEO Employer: Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status.
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