Job Description
Job DescriptionJoin PDS Tech as a Senior Database Engineer!
Pay Rate: $72/hr
Shift: Monday - Friday
Location: Richardson, TX (Onsite with limited remote flexibility)
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing systems and enterprise applications. This role focuses on MS SQL database administration, performance tuning, reporting, data architecture, and manufacturing system support in a highly automated production environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Support and optimize MS SQL databases for manufacturing and enterprise applications.
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Design and maintain data marts, data warehouses, and reporting solutions.
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Develop advanced SQL queries, stored procedures, SSRS reports, and Power BI dashboards.
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Troubleshoot database performance issues and support critical production systems.
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Support Oracle and DB2 environments as needed.
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Create and maintain database documentation, security, and governance processes.
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Work with manufacturing, engineering, IT, and operations teams to drive continuous improvement.
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Support 24/7 monitoring, cybersecurity compliance, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery efforts.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree required.
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5+ years of MS SQL, database tuning, and SSMS experience.
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Experience with data modeling, database design, and advanced SQL development.
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2+ years of PowerShell scripting experience.
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1+ year of ServiceNow or similar IT service management platform experience.
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Experience supporting the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
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Strong documentation and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with Oracle, DB2, SSRS, and Power BI.
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Background supporting manufacturing, MES, SCADA, or semiconductor environments.
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Experience with C#, Python, JavaScript, HTML, and web application development.
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Knowledge of ITIL, business continuity, and disaster recovery.
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Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to communicate effectively during critical outages.
What Makes You Successful
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Strong technical communication skills.
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Experience supporting manufacturing operations and IT/OT environments.
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Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and explain solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
Why Join Us?
You'll be supporting one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing environments while helping enable:
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AI-driven factory automation
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Advanced Process Control (APC)
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Fault Detection & Classification (FDC)
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MES modernization
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Data warehousing initiatives
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Digital manufacturing transformation
Benefits of This Opportunity
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$72/hr pay rate
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High-impact role supporting semiconductor manufacturing
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Exposure to cutting-edge AI and automation technologies
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Opportunity to influence enterprise data architecture
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Blend of database engineering, software development, and manufacturing systems
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Collaborative environment with engineering, operations, and IT leadership
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Long-term technical growth and leadership opportunities
Apply Today!
If your background includes MS SQL, database tuning, SSRS/Power BI, manufacturing systems, PowerShell, data architecture, and strong communication skills, we'd like to hear from you.
Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Senior Database Engineer and help power the next generation of semiconductor manufacturing and digital factory transformation.
**This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license. **
You should be proficient in:
- Bachelor's Degree
- IT Equipment (Servers, Networks, Telecom, Cloud)
- SQL Administration Experience
- Oracle
- Data Arquitecture
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- Oracle
- SQL
- APC