Our client combines a unique diversity of expertise, talents and cultures, their architects design and deliver extraordinary high technology solutions. Solutions that make tomorrow possible, today. From the bottom of the oceans to the depths of space and cyberspace, they help their customers think smarter and act faster - mastering ever greater complexity and every decisive moment along the way. They are looking to add a Cassandra Database Engineer to their team in Austin, TX.
***Due to the nature of our clients work, a security clearance may be required. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.***
***MUST HAVES:
- 8+ years of Apache Cassandra database experience
- Minimum HS Diploma
Role & responsibilities:
- Develop and document database architectures, schemas, and physical structures that align with business requirements and best practices.
- Implement and maintain security measures to ensure database integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Evaluate database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to enhance database performance and efficiency.
- Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data availability and minimize downtime in case of system failures or data loss.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database-related problems, faults, and issues to ensure smooth and uninterrupted database operations.
- Plan, install, configure, optimize, and upgrade database management system software to enhance performance and keep the database environment up to date.
- Manage database replication and distribution processes to ensure data consistency and availability across multiple environments.
- Performs capacity planning of server environments and provides recommendations to management to sustain business growth.
- Provide technical support offering guidance and expertise on database-related matters.
Candidate requirements:
- 8+ years of experience in Cassandra database in multi-cloud environments like Azure, and AWS in enterprise settings.
- SQL development (T-SQL) skills are strongly desired
- Strong track record of evaluating database performance, isolating performance bottlenecks, and implementing database optimizations in transactional settings.
- Database Architecture concepts with hands-on experience regarding high availability, load balancing, and distributed computing required.
- Good communication and documentation skills.
Full-time contract employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Dental
- Vision
- Health
- 401K
- Holiday Pay
We thank all candidates for their application, however only those that qualify will be contacted.
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Job Type: Contract
Pay: Up to $120.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
