NoSQL Database Developer

Amtex Systems - Houston, TX

Full-time

Remote - Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a NoSQL Database Developer specializing in IoT, you will design, implement, and maintain both structured and unstructured databases that support IoT applications. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and security of IoT data storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain databases (both NoSQL and SQL) to manage large-scale IoT data streams.
• Develop data models to handle structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data for IoT devices and applications.
• Optimize database performance to handle high-throughput IoT data ingestion and processing.
• Collaborate with IoT and cloud engineers to implement data pipelines that support real-time analytics, predictive maintenance, and smart automation.
• Ensure the integrity, security, and availability of IoT data across multiple databases and cloud platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to database performance, data storage, and query execution.
• Develop and implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies for critical IoT systems.
• Work closely with the software development team to integrate IoT data into broader application ecosystems.
• Create and manage documentation for database design, data flows, and schema modifications.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in IoT, big data, and database management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience working with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Cassandra, Cosmos DB, or Couchbase.
• Strong experience with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server.
• Experience working with IoT systems, handling large-scale data ingestion, and real-time data streams.
• Proficiency in database scripting languages like SQL, PL/SQL, or T-SQL.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and data storage solutions like DynamoDB, Azure Cosmos DB, or Google Bigtable.
• Hands-on experience with data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning.
• Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other messaging systems for IoT data ingestion.
• Understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API integration.
• Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus) to manage and optimize database health and performance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with AI/ML-driven IoT analytics.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of data security best practices for IoT systems.
• Certifications in AWS, Azure, or other cloud services relevant to IoT.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge IoT and database technologies.
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible work environment with remote options.