Senior Platform Data Engineer — Hybrid/Remote Cloud DB

Vidha It Solutions Llc; Merrifield (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home

Job summary

Vidha IT Solutions LLC is seeking a Sr. Platform Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize enterprise database solutions across hybrid environments. You will focus on performance, security, and high availability while aligning with strategic initiatives and improving member experiences.

The role involves leading database architecture, implementing DR and data retention policies, and collaborating with Agile teams to modernize platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5–7 years of database engineering/administration experience.
• Advanced expertise in Azure SQL and Microsoft SQL.
• Experience with performance tuning, DR, and capacity planning.
• Automation scripting with PowerShell, Bash, or similar.
• Knowledge of data governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and manage advanced cloud database platforms (Azure SQL, Microsoft SQL).
• Optimize database performance, capacity, and reliability through monitoring and tuning.
• Develop automation scripts/workflows to streamline database operations.
• Design and enforce backup, disaster recovery, and data retention policies.
• Implement encryption, security protocols, and regulatory compliance measures.
• Collaborate with Agile teams, leveraging Liquibase for schema management.
• Conduct root cause analysis and resolve complex database issues.
• Prepare technical documentation and deliver clear communications to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to platform modernization initiatives.

Skills

Advanced data engineering

Analytical problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure SQL

Microsoft SQL

Liquibase

PowerShell

Bash

Job description

Vidha IT Solutions LLC is seeking a Sr. Platform Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize enterprise database solutions across hybrid environments. You will focus on performance, security, and high availability while aligning with strategic initiatives and improving member experiences.

The role involves leading database architecture, implementing DR and data retention policies, and collaborating with Agile teams to modernize platforms.