Cloud Database Engineer

$81,688 - $130,000/Yr

Tyler Technologies - Troy, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Troy, MI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Database Engineer with a strong background in AWS database services, including Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Aurora, and Amazon RDS, as well as Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, optimizing, and automating our database infrastructure to ensure it is scalable, reliable, and efficient. This role is crucial in supporting various areas of the company, impacting team members, clients, stakeholders, and the public sector. The position is based in multiple locations including Yarmouth, Maine; Lakewood, Colorado; Lawrenceville, Georgia; Troy, Michigan; Lubbock, Texas; Plano, Texas; Herndon, Virginia; and Overland Park, Kansas. As a Cloud Database Engineer, you will be proficient in Microsoft SQL Server administration, including installation, configuration, and maintenance. You will have experience with SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery solutions, as well as familiarity with backup and restore strategies. Your role will also involve optimizing database performance through indexing, query optimization, and implementing security features. You will administer, monitor, and maintain various databases to ensure high availability and performance, while also developing and managing IaC scripts using tools like Terraform and Ansible. Collaboration with product and development teams is essential to understand database requirements and provide effective solutions. You will troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues, ensuring compliance with security policies and industry regulations. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, along with proven experience as a Database Administrator and hands-on experience with IaC tools. Microsoft SQL Server certifications and knowledge of scripting languages for automation are also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in Microsoft SQL Server administration, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Experience with SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., AlwaysOn Availability Groups, log shipping, database mirroring).
• Familiarity with SQL Server backup and restore strategies, including native and third-party tools.
• Knowledge of SQL Server performance tuning techniques, such as indexing, query optimization, and database maintenance plans.
• Experience with SQL Server security features, including authentication, auditing, and encryption.
• Administer, monitor, and maintain databases (SQL Server, NoSQL, etc.) to ensure high availability, performance, and security.
• Perform database backups, restores, and disaster recovery operations.
• Optimize database performance through indexing, query optimization, and other best practices.
• Develop and manage IaC scripts and templates using tools such as Terraform and Ansible to provision and manage database infrastructure.
• Implement automated deployment pipelines for database changes and configurations.
• Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to integrate IaC practices into the database lifecycle.
• Create and maintain scripts for automated database tasks, monitoring, and reporting.
• Develop custom automation solutions to improve database management processes.
• Work closely with product and development teams to understand database requirements and provide solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Ensure database environments comply with security policies and industry regulations.
• Implement and enforce database security practices, including access controls and encryption.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on database management and performance optimization.
• Hands-on experience with IaC tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server and experience with other database systems such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Microsoft SQL Server certifications (e.g., MCSA, MCSE) are a plus.
• IaC or DevOps certifications (e.g., Terraform, AWS Developer) are a plus.
• Strong understanding of database architectures, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
• Experience with AWS and their database services.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation purposes.

Nice-to-haves

• Microsoft SQL Server certifications (e.g., MCSA, MCSE) are a plus.
• IaC or DevOps certifications (e.g., Terraform, AWS Developer) are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range between $81,688 - $130,000 before adjustment for geographic differences.
• Health and wellness benefits to support team members and their families.