Kforce Inc · 9 hours ago
Database Engineer
Jersey City, NJ
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$57/hr - $64/hr
6+ years expKforce Inc is seeking a Database Engineer to support their client in Jersey City, NJ. The role involves integrating and packaging Snowflake features into a shared data platform, automating deployment and administration, and providing escalated platform support and operational guidance.
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Responsibilities
Integrate and package Snowflake features into a shared data platform
Design and maintain Snowflake security, backup, and disaster recovery capabilities
Automate Snowflake deployment and administration using SQL, Python, Bash, and infrastructure-as-code tools
Partner with application development teams to enable seamless platform integration
Manage Snowflake utilities using CI/CD tools such as GitLab, Bitbucket, and Jenkins
Perform Snowflake and AWS administration using Terraform and Ansible
Provide escalated Snowflake platform support and operational guidance
Develop Snowflake documentation, training materials, and operational job aids
Support disaster recovery testing and business continuity activities
Provide Snowflake implementation consulting and troubleshoot defects with vendor support teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 6+ years of relevant professional experience in data platforms, cloud infrastructure, or database administration
Proven experience administering the Snowflake data platform; SnowPro Core certification strongly preferred (advanced Snowflake certifications a plus)
Strong experience with SQL development and relational database administration across platforms such as Snowflake, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL
Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting within Linux environments
Working knowledge of Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure automation
Experience with CI/CD toolchains, including GitLab, Bitbucket, and Jenkins
Foundational cloud infrastructure administration experience, primarily with AWS; Azure or Google Cloud Platform experience acceptable
Basic Linux system administration skills
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and workflow tools such as JIRA
Understanding of ITSM processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Service Request) and tools such as ServiceNow
Preferred
SnowPro Core certification strongly preferred (advanced Snowflake certifications a plus)
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
HSA
FSA
401(k)
Life, disability & ADD insurance
Company
Kforce Inc
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-05-20IPO
2014-06-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Aaron Travis
Digital Experience Delivery Director | Kforce Consulting Solutions
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