Senior Database Engineer

Job ID
136060
Job Type
Contract
Industry
Manufacturing
Location
Richardson, Texas, United States

Talascend is currently seeking a Senior Database Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Richardson, Texas.

Overview

The role involves supporting, designing, deploying, and optimizing database solutions in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. The engineer will work with various database technologies, leading migration efforts, developing reports, and ensuring operational excellence across critical manufacturing sites.

Responsibilities

  • Operational support of on-premises databases spanning equipment, process, and enterprise applications.
  • Develop and deploy high-availability database solutions in MS SQL for manufacturing applications.
  • Support and learn other database technologies such as Oracle and DB2.
  • Migrate legacy reporting solutions to a data mart and data warehouse model.
  • Design and implement advanced SQL procedures, views, and develop dynamic SSRS and Power BI reports.
  • Design, develop, and manage databases in coordination with application teams.
  • Create and maintain documentation for database activities, including architecture, security, and access.
  • Mentor team members on best practices for database queries and management.
  • Troubleshoot performance issues related to database workloads.
  • Facilitate technology stack evolution and workload migration from physical to virtual servers.
  • Collaborate with vendors to optimize database performance and fault tolerance.
  • Ensure 24/7 database monitoring and security compliance.
  • Participate in meetings with site and corporate teams to resolve database and application issues.
  • Work with security teams to maintain cyber security standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with MS SQL.
  • 5+ years of experience with database tuning.
  • 5+ years of experience with SQL Server Management Studio.
  • 2+ years of experience with PowerShell scripting.
  • 1+ years of experience with ServiceNow or similar service management platforms.
  • Experience with data modeling and database design.
  • Proficiency in requirements-to-design translation and application integrated database engineering.
  • Strong SQL development, data architecture, and governance skills.
  • Experience with performance-driven design and greenfield builds.
  • Experience in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, including documentation and automation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in information technology, computer science, or related fields.
  • Experience supporting IT/OT systems in manufacturing environments.
  • Knowledge of data protection, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning.
  • Understanding of ITIL methodologies and change management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.
  • Experience with software development using C#, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, and Visual Studio.
  • Background supporting MES applications and legacy technologies such as VB.NET and ASP.NET.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

The shift for this position is a standard onsite role with no travel involved, with some remote work permitted.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

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Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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