REMOTE-Principal Database Developer-SQL queries and ORM
Title: Senior Database Developer Responsibilities:
- Lead small teams responsible for the design and implementation of efficient database schemas to support application functionality
- Develop and manage database migrations between development, staging, and production environments
- Provide technical leadership including constructive code reviews and design guidance to team members
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate databases into applications
- Ensure data integrity and security through proper access controls and backups
- Work with clients to understand business requirements, prioritize work and provide advanced database-related problem diagnosis and resolution Key Qualifications:
- A desire to lead a small team and previous experience doing so
- Strong background in database design and management systems
- Strong background using AWS and/or Microsoft Azure cloud services
Proficiency in SQL and relational database concepts Experience with database migrations and schema evolution Familiarity with version control systems for database artifacts Ability to write efficient SQL queries and indexes Knowledge of database performance tuning techniques
- Experience collaborating with development teams
- Experience with common Java or .NET technologies and frameworks
- Experience with web technology stacks Requirements:
- Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering preferred
- 10+ Experience with relational databases, development and optimization of complex SQL queries, and ORM tools such as Hibernate
- Experience with API-oriented design and REST
- Experience gathering and clarifying requirements from different organizations
- Knowledge of Agile Methodology and CI/CD process
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Located in US EST or CST time zones Desired:
- Experience with specific database management systems (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL)
- Familiarity with ORM frameworks
- Knowledge of data modeling tools and techniques
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines for database deployments
- Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker
The annual salary for this position is between $1,30,000 - $1,56,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Applications will be accepted until 02/09/2025 Remote About the Company: Cognizant Technology Solutions Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 230 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. We're driven by a passion to help our clients build stronger, more agile and more innovative businesses. Cognizant enables global enterprises to address a dual mandate: to make their current operations as efficient and cost-effective as possible and to invest in innovation to unleash new potential across their organizations. What makes Cognizant unique is our ability to help clients meet both challenges. We help them enhance productivity by ensuring that vital business functions work faster, cheaper and better. And, our ability to conceptualize, architect and implement new and expanded capabilities allows clients to transform legacy models to take their business to the next level. Company Size: 10,000 employees or more Industry: Computer/IT Services Founded: 1994 Website: https://www.cognizant.com Apply Job!