Senior Database Engineer
IDR Healthcare - Huntsville
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Overview
IDR is excited to announce an opportunity for a talented Senior Database Engineer to join our esteemed client's team in Huntsville, AL . This role is perfect for a seasoned professional with a strong background in database engineering, particularly in deploying and managing PostgreSQL databases on cloud platforms. If you are passionate about working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and are eager to contribute to a large-scale enterprise system, we encourage you to apply today!
Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Senior Database Engineer:
- Utilize Shell and Python scripting, Terraform, and Ansible for automation
- Deploy and manage PostgreSQL databases on cloud platforms like AWS
- Implement infrastructure as code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools for seamless PostgreSQL deployment and management
- Independently research, design, document, and implement new database services
- Work in a complex enterprise environment to determine the best solutions for business and customer needs
Required Skills for Senior Database Engineer:
- Proven experience in database engineering, preferably in a large volume enterprise system
- Proficiency in Shell and Python scripting, Terraform, and Ansible
- Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools
- Knowledge of database design principles, query optimization, index management, integrity checks, statistics, and isolation levels
- Top Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience as a database engineer or 14+ years of experience in lieu of a degree