Overview
On Site
$40 - $50
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Able to Provide Sponsorship
Skills
Ansible
Apache Cassandra
Auditing
Backup
Bash
Change Management
Cloud Computing
Collaboration
Communication
Configuration Management
Conflict Resolution
Dashboard
Data Engineering
Data Integrity
Database
DevOps
Disaster Recovery
Docker
Documentation
Employment Authorization
FOCUS
Financial Services
GC
Git
High Availability
IT Service Management
Incident Management
Kubernetes
Linux
Linux Administration
Management
Microsoft Azure
MongoDB
NoSQL
Performance Tuning
PostgreSQL
Problem Solving
Python
Quality Assurance
Recovery
Regulatory Compliance
Reporting
Scalability
Scripting
ServiceNow
Testing
Virtualization
Job Details
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in NoSQL technologies, scripting, cloud platforms, and DevOps tools, with a strong background in managing and optimizing distributed database systems. This role will focus on configuration management, performance optimization, scalability, and reliability of enterprise-grade NoSQL environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Configuration Management
Implement and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using Ansible, Git, and related DevOps tools.
Standardize and automate configuration of database environments across Dev, QA, and Production.
Ensure consistency and compliance of configurations through automated validation and reporting.
Collaborate with security and compliance teams to enforce baselines and maintain audit readiness.
Maintain detailed documentation of configuration standards, change management, and operational procedures.
Database Engineering & Operations
Design, implement, and maintain NoSQL database solutions including Postgres, MongoDB, and Cassandra.
Monitor and optimize database performance, availability, latency, and data integrity.
Develop automation scripts using Bash and Python to streamline operations and reduce manual effort.
Manage and administer databases in Linux environments.
Ensure backup, restore, and DR testing are automated and validated.
Cloud & DevOps Integration
Support hybrid and multi-cloud deployments with a focus on Azure.
Use Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, or equivalent platforms to track, manage, and notify database-related changes.
Implement automated alerts, monitoring dashboards, and proactive incident response.
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to align database solutions with business and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications:
7+ years of progressive experience in database engineering and administration.
Strong expertise in Postgres, MongoDB, and Cassandra (installation, configuration, performance tuning, HA/DR).
Hands-on experience with Ansible, Git, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC).
Proficiency in Bash and Python scripting for automation.
Experience in Linux administration and troubleshooting.
Cloud expertise with Azure (hybrid and multi-cloud environments).
Familiarity with ITSM tools like ServiceNow for change and incident management.
Strong knowledge of backup, recovery, and disaster recovery automation.
Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with Denodo or other data virtualization platforms.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks for financial services.
NoSQL Database Engineer Quick Skill Set
Databases: Postgres, MongoDB, Cassandra (installation, configuration, tuning, HA/DR)
Scripting: Bash, Python (automation, monitoring, reporting)
Configuration Management / IaC: Ansible, Git
Cloud: Azure (hybrid & multi-cloud deployments)
OS: Linux administration & troubleshooting
DevOps / ITSM Tools: Azure DevOps, ServiceNow
Operations: Backup, restore, disaster recovery automation, performance monitoring
Other: Audit/compliance alignment, security baselines, documentation
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