Designation: Sr Software Developer – Database & Backend Development- Kolkata Location

United States Digital Space LLC; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking an experienced Sr Software Developer – Database & Backend Development to drive database engineering initiatives and backend development. The role emphasizes Oracle Database, SQL, PL/SQL, stored procedures, and performance tuning, with leadership responsibilities to manage a small team.

You will design scalable database solutions, optimize queries, and collaborate with application teams for backend integration, API support, and enterprise data formats

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of relevant experience in Database Development and Backend Engineering.
• Strong expertise in Oracle Database, SQL, PL/SQL, Stored Procedures, Functions, Packages, and Triggers.
• Experience leading a small technical team.
• Experience in database performance tuning and query optimization.
• Familiarity with Windows/Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL queries, Stored Procedures, Functions, Packages, Triggers, and Views.
• Develop scalable and efficient database solutions using Oracle Database.
• Design and maintain database schemas, data models, and relational structures.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and security across applications.
• Lead and mentor database/backend developers, conduct daily stand‑ups and technical reviews.

Skills

Oracle Database

SQL

PL/SQL

Stored Procedures

Query Optimization

Performance Tuning

Data Modeling

Normalization

Indexing

XML/JSON

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team management

Education

B.E./B.Tech/MCA/BCA/B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent

Job description

Location: Kolkata Experience: 4–5 Years (Any Industry) Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/MCA/BCA/B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent Employment Type: Full-Time Work Mode: Work from Office Open Positions: 1

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Sr Software Developer – Database & Backend Development to lead our database engineering initiatives and backend development activities. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Oracle Database, SQL, PL/SQL, Stored Procedures, Query Optimization, and Database Performance Tuning, along with the ability to manage a small team and drive project execution.

The role requires hands‑on technical expertise as well as leadership capabilities to ensure timely delivery, database reliability, system performance, and adherence to the development of best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Database Development & Administration

• Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL queries, Stored Procedures, Functions, Packages, Triggers, and Views.
• Develop scalable and efficient database solutions using Oracle Database.
• Design and maintain database schemas, data models, and relational structures.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and security across applications.

Performance Tuning & Optimization

• Analyze and optimize slow‑running queries and database processes.
• Perform database performance tuning, indexing strategies, and execution plan analysis.
• Monitor database health and identify performance bottlenecks.
• Implement best practices for high‑performance database operations.

Backend Development & Integration

• Collaborate with application development teams for backend integration.
• Support API, middleware, and application teams with database‑related requirements.
• Work with XML, JSON, and structured data formats for enterprise integrations.
• Participate in system design discussions and solution architecture reviews.

Team Management & Delivery

• Lead and mentor database/backend developers.
• Conduct daily stand‑up meetings and technical reviews.
• Allocate tasks, track project progress, and ensure timely delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for project planning and execution.

Project Tracking & Documentation

• Monitor project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Maintain technical documentation, database design documents, and process workflows.
• Prepare status reports and provide project updates to management.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Strong experience in Oracle Database.
• Expertise in SQL, PL/SQL, Stored Procedures, Functions, Packages, and Triggers.
• Hands‑on experience in Database Performance Tuning and Query Optimization.
• Strong understanding of Data Modeling, Normalization, Indexing, and Transaction Management.
• Experience handling XML and JSON data structures.
• Good understanding of database backup, recovery, and maintenance processes.
• Exposure to Windows/Linux environments.

Leadership & Project Management Skills

• Experience managing small technical teams.
• Ability to conduct stand‑up meetings and track project deliverables.
• Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills.
• Experience in effort estimation, task planning, and resource allocation.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
• Proactive approach towards continuous improvement and team development.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in Banking, Financial Services, FinTech, Insurance, Healthcare, IT Services, or Enterprise Software domains.
• Experience working on large‑scale transactional applications.
• Exposure to PostgreSQL will be an added advantage.
• Understanding SDLC, Agile methodologies, and release management processes.

Eligibility Criteria

• 4–5 years of relevant experience in Database Development and Backend Engineering.
• Proven experience in Oracle Database Development and Performance Tuning.
• Prior experience leading a team or acting as a technical lead.
• Notice Period: Immediate joiner / 30 Days Preferred.