BCforward is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Database Engineer
Note: Need someone local to AZ.
Position: Database Engineer
Worksite: Phoenix, AZ Hybrid
Duration: Long Term Contract
Client: American Express
Up to $62 w2 and $70 CTC
Digital Workplace (DW) enables all Client colleagues to do exceptional work in a complex, dynamic, and evolving environment.
You will work within our TechCare Operations: Blueprint team, partnering closely with database engineering, application, and infrastructure teams to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of enterprise database platforms. You will support mission-critical systems and help drive database strategy, standards, and operational excellence.
Critical Focus Areas
Administer, maintain, and optimize enterprise database systems to ensure high availability and performance
Monitor database health, troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents in a timely manner
Implement database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with enterprise standards
Support capacity planning, performance tuning, and scalability initiatives
Collaborate with engineering teams to support application deployments and database changes
Key Responsibilities
Manage and support database platforms (e.g., DB2 z/OS, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Netezza) across development, test, and production environments
Perform database installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades
Monitor database performance and proactively tune queries, indexes, and configurations
Implement and maintain backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions (e.g., replication, clustering)
Troubleshoot database-related incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures
Partner with application and product teams to review database designs and ensure optimal data structures
Enforce database security standards, including access controls, encryption, and auditing
Automate routine DBA tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell, PowerShell)
Document database configurations, processes, and operational procedures
Support data migrations, releases, and environment refreshes
Participate in on-call support rotations and incident response
Education & Experience
Database administration experience in a professional environment and/or comparable experience such as:
Experience administering one or more database platforms (e.g., DB2 z/OS, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Netezza)
Familiarity with database backup/recovery, high availability, and disaster recovery concepts
Experience with performance tuning and query optimization
Experience with scripting/automation (Shell, Python, PowerShell, etc.)
Familiarity with Agile or other rapid application development methodologies
Understanding of distributed systems and multi-tier architectures
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field required; advanced degree preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with database monitoring and observability tools
Knowledge of cloud database platforms (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, etc.)
Experience with data modeling and database design principles
Familiarity with NoSQL databases and big data platforms
High-Performing Behaviors
Proactively identifies and resolves database performance and reliability issues
Challenges the status quo and drives continuous improvement in database operations
Stays current with database technologies, tools, and industry trends
Communicates clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Collaborates effectively across teams to achieve shared objectives
Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and strong problem-solving skills
Adapts quickly to changing priorities and operational needs
Knowledge / Skills
Strong understanding of database administration concepts (backup/recovery, performance tuning, security, and availability)
Ability to analyze and resolve complex database issues
Knowledge of data structures, indexing strategies, and query optimization
Understanding of metadata management and database architecture
Experience with database monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting tools
Familiarity with infrastructure components (servers, storage, networking)
Working knowledge of SDLC methodologies and operational best practices
Strong understanding of Service Now data
Technology Core Competencies
Database Administration & Operations
Performance Tuning & Optimization
Automation & Scripting
Infrastructure & Platform Knowledge
Agile Practices
Technical Problem Solving
Role Core Competencies
Technical
Database Administration
Performance & Tuning
High Availability & Disaster Recovery
System/Platform Knowledge
Functional
Data Management
Database Operations
Incident & Problem Management
Leadership
Analytical Thinking
Decision-Making
Collaboration
Business
Problem Solving
Operational Excellence