Sr. Database Engineer

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Job Title: Senior Database Engineer

Type: Direct Hire

Location: Miami, FL (4 days onsite per week)

Summary: Our client is seeking a Senior Database Engineer who is highly skilled in driving business growth and operational efficiency through the design, implementation, and optimization of complex database systems. The ideal candidate is proficient in database technologies, programming languages, and data modeling, with a proven ability to architect scalable, secure, and high‑performing database solutions that meet evolving business needs. This role offers the opportunity to leverage technical expertise to deliver measurable business value and collaborate with cross‑functional teams in a dynamic environment.

• Design, implement, and manage large‑scale database systems in AWS using MSSQL, MySQL, or other relational database technologies, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.
• Design and develop data warehousing solutions using SSIS and SSRS to support business intelligence and reporting needs.
• Optimize database performance using indexing, caching, table design, query plan analysis, and query optimization techniques.
• Provide architectural and database technical guidance to teams, ensuring best practices and standards are followed during design and development.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and knowledge bases.
• Investigate and resolve defects both pre‑ and post‑release.
• Participate in designing structured and unstructured data systems.
• Work with No
  
  SQL technologies such as Mongo
  
  DB, Apache Kafka, REDIS, Cassandra, and others.
• Collaborate in agile environments, leveraging planning tools, CI/CD pipelines, and source code management to deliver high‑quality database solutions.

• Strong business acumen and a solid understanding of core database functions, practices, processes, and methods.
• Proficient in MySQL and MSSQL, including backup/recovery concepts and primary/secondary device replication.
• Expertise in database design and development (SQL, MySQL, etc.), tables, distributed views, and stored procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of scripting, automation, and performance optimization.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make technical decisions.

Gravity IT Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.