Data Engineer (Google Cloud Platform - GCP)

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a talented Data Engineer with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) experience to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for designing, implementing, and maintaining databases to support various business initiatives. The Data Engineer will contribute significantly to our business objectives by ensuring data integrity, optimizing database performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data-related projects.

Software Requirements

• Required:
  • Proficiency in database management systems such as Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL
  • Strong skills in SQL
• Preferred:
  • Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or Java
  • Experience with GCP and related cloud technologies

Overall Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain databases to support business needs.
• Monitor database performance and optimize queries for enhanced efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support database-related initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and security by adhering to best practices.
• Troubleshoot database issues and implement robust database backup solutions.

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Programming Languages:
  • Required: SQL
  • Preferred: Python, Java
• Databases/Data Management:
  • Required: Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL
• Cloud Technologies:
  • Preferred: Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Frameworks and Libraries:
  • Preferred: Familiarity with GCP data tools
• Development Tools and Methodologies:
  • Preferred: Agile methodologies
• Security Protocols:
  • Preferred: Understanding of database security best practices

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in database administration or a related field.
• Experience in database design, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Industry experience in supporting database-related projects is preferred.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Monitor and enhance database performance and efficiency.
• Participate in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to align on database initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and implement security measures for databases.
• Troubleshoot database issues promptly and implement effective backup strategies.
• Engage in database design and implementation projects to support business processes.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Preferred: Certification in database management (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional).
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with industry trends.

Professional Competencies

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Adaptability and a continuous learning orientation.
• Innovative mindset and ability to manage time and priorities effectively.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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