Database Engineer

Talentify; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify, Foster City, CA, is seeking a Database Engineer to design, build, and run scalable, secure data stores powering applications and analytics. Onsite role focused on performance tuning, security, and AWS database management. 40-hour weeks with a six-month engagement and competitive hourly pay.

Responsibilities include schema design, SQL optimization, and collaboration with development teams. Prior experience with RDS/Aurora/Redshift and IaC tools is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Database Engineer/DBA.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, query optimization, and DBMSs (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Redshift).
• Solid experience with AWS database services (RDS, Aurora, Redshift) and IaC for managing database resources.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop efficient, scalable database solutions aligned to business requirements.
• Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related tooling.
• Monitor performance and optimize queries, indexes, and schemas for reliability and speed.
• Implement and maintain database security controls to protect sensitive data.
• Collaborate with application developers to optimize schema designs and SQL.
• Troubleshoot incidents and provide timely resolution across environments.
• Develop and maintain documentation for architecture, configuration, and runbooks.
• Perform capacity planning and recommend infrastructure improvements.
• Manage and support AWS database infrastructure (RDS/Aurora/Redshift).
• Stay current on emerging database technologies, patterns, and best practices.

Skills

SQL proficiency

AWS database services

Data modeling

Tools

Terraform Cloud

Bamboo

Flyway

Job description

JOB TITLE: Database Engineer

LOCATION: Foster City, CA (Onsite)

PAY RANGE: $71 - $81/hr.

DURATION: 6 Months

TOP 3 SKILLS:

• Proven experience as a Database Engineer/DBA with strong proficiency in SQL, query optimization, and DBMSs (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Redshift).
• Solid experience with AWS database services (RDS, Aurora, Redshift) and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) for managing database resources.
• ¬タヒStrong skills in data modeling, schema design, performance tuning, monitoring, and database security best practices.

Job description

As a Database Engineer, you will design, build, and operate scalable, secure data stores that power our applications and analytics. You¬タルll partner closely with application and data teams to shape schemas, tune performance, and automate operations using AWS and infrastructure-as-code. Your work will improve reliability, reduce cost, and accelerate delivery from development through production. This role requires working flexible hours in a day but is limited to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop efficient, scalable database solutions aligned to business requirements.
• Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related tooling.
• Monitor performance and optimize queries, indexes, and schemas for reliability and speed.
• Implement and maintain database security controls to protect sensitive data.
• Collaborate with application developers to optimize schema designs and SQL.
• Troubleshoot incidents and provide timely resolution across environments.
• Develop and maintain documentation for architecture, configuration, and runbooks.
• Perform capacity planning and recommend infrastructure improvements.
• Manage and support AWS database infrastructure (e.g., RDS/Aurora/Redshift).
• Stay current on emerging database technologies, patterns, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of AWS and IaC for database resources.
• Proven experience as a Database Engineer/DBA.
• Deep knowledge of DBMSs (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Redshift).
• Proficiency in SQL and query optimization.
• Solid grasp of data modeling, normalization, and schema design principles.
• Hands-on experience with performance tuning and monitoring.
• Understanding of backup/restore and disaster recovery procedures.
• Knowledge of database security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice to Have

• AWS networking fundamentals.
• Experience with Terraform Cloud and IaC workflows.
• Automation/scripting with Python or Shell.
• CI/CD for databases (e.g., Bamboo, Flyway, or similar).

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.

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BENEFITS SUMMARY

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.