Database Developer OR DBA

ACHE; Redcar; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Database Developer or Development DBA to create architectural proof of concepts using PostgreSQL and MongoDB. Ideal candidates should possess a solid understanding of C-style syntax languages, including TypeScript and JavaScript, with proven experience in handling unstructured data. This hybrid role offers a daily rate of £500 and requires innovative problem-solving skills for large-scale data environments.

Qualifications

• Experience working with large-scale PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases.
• Developing architectural database proof of concepts.
• Understanding of persistence layers and indexing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Delivering two architectural proof of concepts for A/B comparisons.
• Supporting selection of database technology for the platform.
• Working independently to deliver proof of concept solutions.

Skills

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

C-style syntax programming languages

TypeScript

JavaScript

Database performance tuning

Indexing strategies

Job description

PostgreSQL / Mongo Database Developer or Development DBA

Duration: 3 months

Rate: £500 per day (negotiable depending on experience) - Inside IR35

Location: Hybrid - South Yorkshire (2-3 days per week on-site)

Start Date: ASAP

Background

Our client is developing an innovative new platform designed to process and analyse very large volumes of unstructured data. This is achieved using bespoke software that interfaces with the databases in a Client way to feed data into the persistence layer.

They are seeking an experienced Database Developer or Development DBA to create architectural proof of concepts in both PostgreSQL and MongoDB.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering two architectural proof of concepts - one using PostgreSQL and one using MongoDB - to enable A/B comparisons. This will support the selection of the most suitable database technology for the platform's needs.

This role would suit a Database Developer or Development DBA who has a solid understanding of C-style syntax programming languages (the client is using TypeScript).

Key Skills And Experience

You will need demonstrable, in-depth experience in:

• Working with large-scale PostgreSQL (including JSONB structures) and MongoDB databases handling significant volumes of unstructured data
• Developing architectural database proof of concepts
• Working as either a Database Developer or Development DBA
• Understanding persistence layers, indexing strategies, and performance tuning
• Programming with C-style syntax languages - JavaScript experience is essential; TypeScript is highly desirable
  
  

Personal Attributes

You Will

• Be comfortable working with non-standard concepts and approaches
• Possess excellent listening skills and the ability to understand innovative and abstract ideas
• Be proactive and capable of working independently to deliver proof of concept solutions
• Be confident in your database implementation skills, while also open to feedback and collaborative iteration
  
  

If this sounds of interest, please contact Simon at with a copy of your CV.

Services advertised are those of an Employment Business.

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