South College DPT - Knoxville

Database Engineer

South College DPT - Knoxville

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloudETLHadoopKafkaMS SQL ServerMySQLNoSQLOraclePostgresPythonScalaSparkSQLTableau

About the role

  • Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
  • Monitor database performance, implement tuning, and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal efficiency.
  • Perform regular backups, disaster recovery planning, and restoration testing.
  • Implement and maintain security protocols to safeguard student, employee, and institutional data in compliance with FERPA and other regulations.
  • Manage access controls and monitor database activity to detect unauthorized use.
  • Ensure compliance with institutional policies and accreditation requirements.
  • Support integrations between the college’s Student Information System (SIS), Learning Management System (LMS), CRM, and other applications.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for database structures, procedures, and processes.
  • Work closely with software developers and vendors to optimize database-driven applications.
  • Participate in system upgrades, migrations, and new software implementations.
  • Assist with automation of routine data processes and workflows.
  • Provide technical support to staff and faculty regarding database-related issues.
  • Train end-users and team members on data best practices and security procedures.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years' experience as a Data Base Engineer, Data Architect, or similar role, with hands-on experience in designing and implementing data solutions.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, or Scala, with experience in data manipulation, transformation, and analysis.
  • Strong understanding of database systems, data modeling, and ETL principles, with experience in relational databases (e.g., MS SQL Server, MySQL) and NoSQL databases.
  • Experience working with cloud platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka).
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools and BI platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and statistical analysis tools (e.g., R, Python libraries).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex data engineering projects.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Benefits
  • Front Loaded PTO
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) – with Employer Contribution
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Hard Skills & Tools
SQLPythonScaladata manipulationdata transformationdata analysisdatabase systemsdata modelingETLNoSQL
Soft Skills
problem-solvingattention to detailcommunicationinterpersonal skillscollaboration