Database Developer (MySQL/PostgreSQL) - Onsite Bay Area, CA

Job Title: Database Developer (MySQL/PostgreSQL) - Onsite Bay Area, CA

Location: Bay Area, CA (Onsite Required)
Duration: Long-term Contract

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Database Developer with strong expertise in MySQL or PostgreSQL to join our team for critical data infrastructure projects. This is a fully onsite role in the Bay Area, CA, focusing on designing, optimizing, and maintaining high-performance databases for enterprise applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize database schemas, queries, and stored procedures using MySQL or PostgreSQL.

• Perform database tuning, indexing, and performance monitoring to ensure scalability.

• Implement ETL processes, data migration, and backup/recovery strategies.

• Collaborate with developers and analysts to integrate databases with Java/Spring Boot applications.

• Troubleshoot complex issues and ensure data integrity/security compliance.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years as Database Developer with hands-on MySQL OR PostgreSQL (primary focus; NO MS SQL or Oracle SQL candidates).

• Proficiency in SQL optimization, joins, subqueries, triggers, and functions.

• Experience with database tools like phpMyAdmin, pgAdmin, or DBeaver.

• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and cloud databases (AWS RDS, Google Cloud Platform Cloud SQL).

• Strong problem-solving skills and Agile/Scrum experience.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field.

• Knowledge of NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) or data warehousing.