Database Developer/DBA

Tata Consultancy Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage database migrations from DB2 to PostgreSQL. The role involves assessing existing databases, developing migration plans, and ensuring data integrity during the transition. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Engineering and experience in database management. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience with DB2 to PostgreSQL migration.
• Ability to develop and implement data migration strategies.
• Knowledge of performance testing and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessment of existing DB2 databases and develop migration plans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to convert DB2 schemas to PostgreSQL.
• Document migration processes and provide post-migration support.

Skills

Database Migration

Data Integrity

Performance Testing

ETL

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

DB2

PostgreSQL

GCP

Job description

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Talent Acquisition Specialist @ TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES | Bachelor of Engineering

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is an equal opportunity employer, and embraces diversity in race, nationality, ethnicity, gender, age, physical ability, neurodiversity, and sexual orientation, to create a workforce that reflects the societies we operate in. Our continued commitment to Culture and Diversity is reflected in our people stories across our workforce and implemented through equitable workplace policies and processes.

About TCS:

TCS is an IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization that has been partnering with many of the world’s largest businesses in their transformation journeys for over 55 years. Its consulting-led, cognitive-powered portfolio of business, technology, and engineering services and solutions is delivered through its unique Location Independent Agile delivery model, recognized as a benchmark of excellence in software development. A part of the Tata group, India's largest multinational business group, TCS employs over 612,000 of the world’s best-trained consultants in 55 countries. The company generated consolidated revenues of US $29 billion in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, and is listed on the BSE and the NSE in India. TCS' proactive stance on climate change and award-winning work with communities across the world have earned it a place in leading sustainability indices such as the MSCI Global Sustainability Index and the FTSE4Good Emerging Index.

Must Have:

• Conduct a thorough assessment of existing DB2 databases. Develop a comprehensive migration plan, including timelines, resource requirements, and risk management strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and database usage patterns. Convert DB2 schemas, tables, views, stored procedures, and other database objects to PostgreSQL equivalents in GCP Environment.
• Develop and implement data migration strategies to ensure data integrity and minimal downtime.
• Optimize and fine-tune PostgreSQL databases post-migration for performance and scalability.
• Create and maintain scripts for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL). Automate migration processes wherever possible to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Perform performance testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve any issues. Validate the successful migration of all database components and data.
• Document all migration processes, configurations, and settings. Provide training and support to database administrators and development teams on the new PostgreSQL environment.
• Provide post-migration support and troubleshooting to ensure a smooth transition. Implement monitoring and maintenance plans for the PostgreSQL databases.

Tata Consultancy Services Canada Inc. is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources.

Thank you for your interest in TCS. Candidates that meet the qualifications for this position will be contacted within a 2-week period. We invite you to continue to apply for other opportunities that match your profile.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting