NOSQL Data Engineer and DBA

  • Seattle, WA
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 21 hours ago

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

NOSQL
Cloud platforms
Apache
Cassandra
MongoDB
Python
CAP
Database Administration
Performance Tuning
Data Management
Security & Compliance
Troubleshooting & Support
Capacity Planning
Collaboration
Documentation
Microsoft Azure

Job Details

NOSQL Data Engineer and DBA (50/50 SKILLS FOR BOTH)

Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite 4 days a week)

Rate: DOE

The NoSQL Database Administrator is responsible for designing, deploying, managing, and optimizing highly available and scalable NoSQL database environments, with a specific focus on Apache Cassandra and MongoDB. This role ensures the performance, security, and integrity of critical data systems.

Responsibilities:

Database Administration:

Install, configure, monitor, and maintain Cassandra and MongoDB clusters, ensuring high availability, performance, and data consistency.

Performance Tuning:

Optimize database performance by tuning queries, implementing indexing strategies, refining data modeling, and adjusting cluster configurations for both Cassandra and MongoDB.

Data Management:

Implement and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures for NoSQL databases.

Security & Compliance:

Ensure database security by implementing access controls, encryption, and adhering to compliance standards.

Troubleshooting & Support:

Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, providing timely support to development and operations teams.

Capacity Planning:

Monitor database growth and performance metrics to forecast future capacity needs and plan for scalability.

Collaboration:

Work closely with developers on data modeling, schema design, and application integration with NoSQL databases.

Documentation:

Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and best practices.

Requirements:

Technical Expertise:

  • Strong proficiency in administering and optimizing Apache Cassandra and MongoDB, including cluster management, replication, and sharding.
  • Experience with NoSQL data modeling principles and concepts (e.g., eventual consistency, CAP theorem).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and deploying NoSQL databases in cloud environments.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell) for automation.

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a NoSQL DBA, specifically with Cassandra and MongoDB.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., MongoDB Certified DBA, Cassandra certifications) are a plus.

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