Database Platform Engineer

MACHINE LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES LLC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 97,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

MACHINE LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES LLC in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a Database Platform Engineer to support enterprise DB environments. You will develop automation solutions, execute queries, and streamline operations using Python and scripting.

The role focuses on Oracle and Sybase databases, automation, and reporting, with a heavy emphasis on reducing manual effort and improving efficiency across DB teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle and Sybase databases.
• Ability to develop automation scripts in Python.
• Experience writing and executing SQL queries.
• Knowledge of database schemas, users, roles, and permissions (FKs, triggers).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies and scripting languages quickly.

Responsibilities

• Write, execute, and troubleshoot SQL queries against Oracle and Sybase.
• Retrieve and analyze database account information, user access details, and configurations.
• Develop Python scripts to automate DB administration and reporting.
• Build automation solutions connecting to multiple databases for accounts and permissions.
• Reduce manual effort by automating inventory, reporting, compliance, and account management.
• Support database-related operational, migration, and audit initiatives.
• Troubleshoot database connectivity and data retrieval issues.
• Create reusable scripts, tools, and documentation for efficiency.
• Collaborate with DBAs, infra teams, and app support.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes via scripting and automation.

Skills

Oracle databases

Sybase databases

SQL queries

Database schemas

Troubleshooting

Rapid learning

Tools

cx_Oracle

SQLAlchemy

PyODBC

Git

Shell scripting

Job description

• Job ID: J54362


• Job Title: Database Platform Engineer


• Location: Jersey City, NJ


• Duration: 9 Months + Extension


• Domain Exposure: Insurance


• Client: To Be Discussed Later


• Employment Type: W-2, 1099, C2C


• Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other


• Bill Rate: $85/hour (C2C)

Job Summary

The Database Platform Engineer is responsible for supporting enterprise database environments by developing automation solutions, executing database queries, and improving operational efficiency through scripting and process automation. The role requires experience working with Oracle and Sybase databases and the ability to leverage Python and automation tools to streamline database administration and reporting activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Write, execute, and troubleshoot SQL queries against Oracle and Sybase databases.


• Retrieve and analyze database account information, user access details, and database configuration data.


• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate repetitive database administration and reporting functions.


• Build automation solutions that connect to multiple databases and collect account, entitlement, permission, and configuration information.


• Reduce manual effort by automating database inventory, reporting, compliance validation, and account management tasks.


• Support database-related operational, migration, and audit initiatives.


• Assist with troubleshooting database connectivity and data retrieval issues.


• Create reusable scripts, tools, and documentation that improve operational efficiency.


• Work closely with database administrators, infrastructure teams, and application support teams.


• Identify opportunities to improve processes through scripting and automation.

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of Oracle databases.


• Working knowledge of Sybase databases.


• Experience writing and executing SQL queries.


• Basic understanding of database schemas, users, roles, and permissions ,constraints (FKs, triggers, etc)


• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.


• Ability to learn new technologies and scripting languages quickly.

Preferred Skills

• Python programming.


• Database connectivity libraries such as cx_Oracle, SQLAlchemy, PyODBC, or similar tools.


• Shell scripting (Bash, PowerShell).


• Git or source control tools.


• Experience with process automation and reporting.


• Knowledge of database administration concepts.


• Having some experience in Cloud migration

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.