Database Developer

Synechron; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid policy

RRSP with employer’s contribution

Udemy for Business access

15 days paid annual leave

Personal leave (floating/sick days)

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a skilled Database Developer to support engineering and platform development across a large and evolving database estate in Montreal, with focus on Sybase, DB2, Snowflake, and SingleStore.

The role requires strong Python scripting, Unix/Linux basics, and hands-on performance tuning in an Agile environment. Montreal-based hybrid policy with a competitive compensation package is offered.

Qualifications

• Intermediate knowledge of development and performance optimization across major RDBMS technologies, especially Sybase and DB2.
• Exposure to or strong interest in modern database platforms such as Snowflake and SingleStore.
• Strong Python scripting skills for automation, tooling, diagnostics, and data utilities.
• Basic knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic environment with quality, stability, and delivery timelines.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and develop database platforms across large database estates, including Sybase, DB2, and newer database technologies.
• Perform performance tuning and optimization, including query tuning, indexing strategies, workload analysis, and capacity planning.
• Design, test, and implement database changes with a strong focus on resiliency, quality, and operational stability.
• Support and participate in database platform migration and modernization initiatives, including movement toward Snowflake and/or SingleStore where applicable.
• Execute database version upgrades, patching, and operational readiness improvements.
• Contribute to cloud-based database development and distribution, with emphasis on automation, standardization, and scalability.
• Collaborate effectively within a fast-paced Agile environment, balancing rapid delivery with strong governance and platform reliability.

Skills

Python scripting

Sybase

DB2

Snowflake

SingleStore

Unix/Linux

Communication skills

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Job description

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At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 57 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

We are seeking a skilled Database Developer to support engineering and platform development across a large and evolving database estate. This role will focus on traditional enterprise database technologies such as Sybase and DB2, while also contributing to modernization initiatives involving newer platforms such as Snowflake and SingleStore. The ideal candidate will bring strong database engineering fundamentals, hands-on performance tuning experience, and scripting expertise—particularly in Python to help deliver resilient, high-quality, and scalable database solutions. Candidate will work in a fast-paced Agile environment where speed, stability, and operational control are all critical.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Montreal is CAD $80k – CAD $90k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Engineer and develop database platforms across large database estates, including Sybase, DB2, and newer database technologies.
• Perform performance tuning and optimization, including query tuning, indexing strategies, workload analysis, and capacity planning.
• Design, test, and implement database changes with a strong focus on resiliency, quality, and operational stability.
• Support and participate in database platform migration and modernization initiatives, including movement toward Snowflake and/or SingleStore where applicable.
• Execute database version upgrades, patching, and operational readiness improvements.
• Contribute to cloud-based database development and distribution, with emphasis on automation, standardization, and scalability.
• Collaborate effectively within a fast-paced Agile environment, balancing rapid delivery with strong governance and platform reliability.

Requirements:

• Intermediate knowledge of development and performance optimization across major RDBMS technologies, especially Sybase and DB2.
• Exposure to or strong interest in modern database platforms such as Snowflake and SingleStore.
• Strong Python scripting skills for automation, tooling, diagnostics, and data utilities.
• Basic knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic environment with strong attention to quality, stability, and delivery timelines.

Preferred, but not required:

• Understanding of data modeling concepts, including logical and physical modeling, normalization, and dimensional modeling.
• Experience with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Knowledge of data replication concepts and technologies, including CDC, transactional replication, and streaming-based patterns.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
• CI/CD mindset and understanding of modern delivery practices for data and database engineering.

We offer:

• A multinational organization with 57 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days).
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Flexible hybrid policy.
• RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%.
• A higher education certification policy.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.