Principal Software Engineer - Database Engineer

AECOM; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm seeks a Database Principal Software Engineer to enhance, build, and deliver trusted technology products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in database design and optimization, contribute to innovation and modernization efforts, and ensure operational stability across various database systems. Join a collaborative team dedicated to achieving excellence in technology and fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse talents thrive.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan

Backup childcare

Mental health support

Financial coaching

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in database engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience with various database systems and cloud services.
• Ability to support teams through effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Contribute as Database Engineer and support application development teams.
• Lead database modernization, optimization, and performance tuning activities.
• Troubleshoot production database issues and contribute to root cause analysis.

Skills

Database system design

Performance testing

Database optimization

Automation

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Formal training or certification in software engineering

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

AWS

Azure

MongoDB

CockroachDB

Aurora Postgres

NoSQL databases

Job description

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible.

As a Database Principal Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Consumer & Community Banking, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for conducting critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm's business objectives.

**Job responsibilities**

+ Contribute as Database Engineer and development expert, working with application development teams to develop, execute and support database modernization/optimization/performance tuning/design activities

+ Provide thought leadership and modernization support to application development (AD) teams through the analysis, migration, and post migration efforts for their database footprints

+ Partner with PaaS, DBaaS, and Cloud Delivery teams to resolve issues and influence implementation of self service capabilities to support the AD teams

+ Participate in tactical and strategic database modernization planning and development of database modernization patterns

+ Provide direct support for development teams performing database modernization activities

+ Support AD teams in DB design activities

+ Support AD teams in troubleshooting and resolution of production database issues and contribute to root cause analysis supporting problem management workstreams

+ Perform proactive reviews of database implementations to enhance performance, efficiency, resiliency, and cost optimization

+ Contribute to the design and development of tools to accelerate modernization efforts

+ Support AD teams in upskilling database development and support competencies

+ Partner with other Center Of Excellence teams in setting best practices, guidelines and proper design patterns across various DB technologies

**Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills**

+ Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 10+ years applied experience

+ Hands-on practical experience in database system design, performing database development and performance testing, and ensuring operational stability

+ 10+ years' experience working as database engineering for Oracle, SQL Server, Aurora Postgres, CockroachDB, MongoDB and experience with AWS and/or Azure and associated database services

+ Experience supporting databases in DevOps and proficient in automation and continuous delivery methods

+ Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle

+ Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security

+ Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)

+ Demonstrable experience performing database upgrades and migrations

+ Must be able to self-motivate to support delivery whether individually or as part of a team

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

**Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills**

+ Strong desire to master emerging technologies and share experience with other team members

+ Ability to adjust and adapt role to support team success

+ In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems

+ Direct experience with NoSQL databases

Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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