Database Engineer
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Databases
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The Database Engineer role is a vital position focused on the administration, optimization, and automation of enterprise database environments. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with proven experience in managing and scaling database systems, particularly within Azure Cloud and Windows Server infrastructures. The primary objectives of the Database Engineer include ensuring high performance, optimal uptime, robust security, and continuous improvement within core database environments. As a Database Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, configuring, automating, and maintaining key aspects of the database infrastructure, working closely with cross-functional IT teams for seamless operational support and innovation. This full-time position offers the chance to contribute to a leading organization, providing solutions that drive both business continuity and technological advancement.
In this Database Engineer role, you will leverage your expertise in MS SQL Server, Azure Cloud, and automation scripting to manage and streamline critical database processes. You will play an essential part in disaster recovery planning, system monitoring, and performance optimization, supporting the organization's mission to achieve high-availability and resilient database operations. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will collaborate with IT teams to ensure the database environment meets the evolving needs of the business. This position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, a city known for its vibrant tech community and dynamic professional environment, and is structured as a full-time employment opportunity.
Database Engineer - Summary- Responsible for the design, configuration, automation, and management of enterprise-level database environments.
- Primary focus on Azure Cloud and Windows Server platforms, utilizing advanced scripting and automation tools.
- Ensures high-performance, secure, and highly available database systems.
- Collaborates with IT and application support teams to implement scalable and resilient solutions.
- Design and manage enterprise database environments, with a focus on cloud and on-premises hybrid infrastructures.
- Automate routine database maintenance tasks such as backups, patching, and ETL workflows through scripting (PowerShell, SSIS).
- Continuously monitor database system health, resolve performance issues, and implement optimization strategies.
- Support comprehensive disaster recovery planning and conduct regular failover testing to ensure business continuity.
- Work collaboratively with IT teams on application and infrastructure projects, security initiatives, and system upgrades.
- Document processes, procedures, and changes to maintain an accurate knowledge base for database operations.
- Competitive compensation package designed to attract top database engineering talent.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Eligibility for an Employee Stock Ownership Program.
- Access to an experienced engagement management team committed to your professional growth.
- Industry recognition, as evidenced by multiple staffing awards.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline.
- Extensive hands-on experience managing enterprise database systems, particularly MS SQL Server in Azure Cloud environments.
- Advanced scripting proficiency with PowerShell, SSIS, and automation frameworks.
- Thorough understanding of storage, network architecture, and cloud infrastructure components.
- Exceptional troubleshooting abilities and a proven track record in high-pressure, critical incident management.
- Demonstrates a proactive approach to database system management and automation.
- Possesses strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail when diagnosing and resolving issues.
- Effective communicator, capable of working across departments and with diverse technical teams.
- Adaptable to rapidly changing environments with a continuous learning mindset.
- Driven by a commitment to best practices in database security, performance, and reliability.
- Opportunity to work with a renowned organization recognized for its industry leadership and commitment to employee success.
- Engagement in a dynamic environment with access to advanced technologies and ongoing professional development.
- This role is structured as a full-time position and offers the benefit of working in a vibrant, tech-forward city.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are ready to advance your career as a Database Engineer and make an impact within a forward-thinking team, apply today by clicking the job application button.