GCP Cloud Database Engineer

Highmark Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 79,300 - 127,100; Full time

Job summary

enGen is seeking a mid‑level Database Administrator to join our team in Columbus, OH. The role emphasizes Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Cloud SQL, Spanner, AlloyDB, and Terraform-driven infrastructure with Git for version control.

You will automate DBA tasks using Python and support on‑prem SQL Server alongside cloud databases. You will monitor performance, implement HA/DR, manage security, and collaborate with application teams and vendors on client projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Cloud SQL/Spanner/AlloyDB.
• Proficiency in Terraform and version control using Git.
• Experience automating DBA tasks with Python is preferred.
• Knowledge of cloud infrastructure as code practices and security.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day database operations, maintenance, and tuning.
• Install, configure, and patch databases; ensure high availability.
• Maintain backup and recovery strategies for data integrity.
• Support HA/DR implementations and monitor systems.
• Manage logins, roles, and security policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues with teams/vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure as code

Git version control

Python programming

GCP services

Terraform

Cloud Run

Cloud SQL

SQL knowledge

Automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Google Certifications

Vendor DBA Certifications

Tools

Google Cloud CLI

Google Cloud SDK

SSIS/SSRS knowledge

PowerShell

Terraform providers/modules

Job description

enGen is seeking a mid‑level Database Administrator to join our team in Columbus, OH. The role emphasizes Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Cloud SQL, Spanner, AlloyDB, and Terraform-driven infrastructure with Git for version control.

You will automate DBA tasks using Python and support on‑prem SQL Server alongside cloud databases. You will monitor performance, implement HA/DR, manage security, and collaborate with application teams and vendors on client projects.