Job Description
Job Description
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Job Title: Database Engineer
Type of Role: Contract
Expected Length of Contract: 6 Months
Shift / Hours: (If applicable)
Location: Foster City, CA
Hourly Range: $75-$80/hr.
Role and Responsibilities:
Design and develop efficient, scalable database solutions aligned to business requirements.
Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related tooling.
Monitor performance and optimize queries, indexes, and schemas for reliability and speed.
Implement and maintain database security controls to protect sensitive data.
Collaborate with application developers to optimize schema designs and SQL.
Troubleshoot incidents and provide timely resolution across environments.
Develop and maintain documentation for architecture, configuration, and runbooks.
Perform capacity planning and recommend infrastructure improvements.
Manage and support AWS database infrastructure (e.g., RDS/Aurora/Redshift).
Stay current on emerging database technologies, patterns, and best practices.
Skills and Experience:
- Strong understanding of AWS and IaC for database resources.
Proven experience as a Database Engineer/DBA.
Deep knowledge of DBMSs (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Redshift).
Proficiency in SQL and query optimization.
Solid grasp of data modeling, normalization, and schema design principles.
Hands-on experience with performance tuning and monitoring.
Understanding of backup/restore and disaster recovery procedures.
Knowledge of database security best practices.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Nice to have:
AWS networking fundamentals.
Experience with Terraform Cloud and IaC workflows.
Automation/scripting with Python or Shell.
CI/CD for databases (e.g., Bamboo, Flyway, or similar).
Perks and Benefits:
While working as a Balance Staffing Associate, you will be able to take advantage of weekly pay, optional medical benefits, paid sick leave, and state-specific retirement saving options in accordance with state or local law.
Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out to you!
Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
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