Database Engineer

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS080, T2, Band 5

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Support the planning, building, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise database environments across Oracle and SQL platforms.

- Perform database installation, configuration, and routine administration activities across production and non-production environments.

- Monitor database performance, availability, and system health, identifying and resolving issues under senior guidance.

- Execute database backup, recovery, and restoration processes, including routine validation and testing.

- Support database migrations across on-premises and cloud environments while minimizing operational disruption.

- Assist with implementation of database security controls, patching, and compliance measures to maintain system integrity.

- Collaborate with infrastructure, application, network, and operations teams to support integrated system performance.

- Maintain and update technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures to support auditability and consistency.

- Provide support during incident response and recovery activities, including troubleshooting database-related issues.

- Assist senior database engineers with performance tuning, optimization, and ongoing improvement initiatives.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

- 3+ years of experience in database administration, database support, or data platform operations in enterprise environments.

- Experience supporting database administration activities in enterprise environments.

- Basic to intermediate knowledge of Oracle and/or SQL Server database platforms.

- Familiarity with database backup, recovery, and monitoring tools.

- Understanding of database performance concepts and troubleshooting techniques.

- Experience supporting incident response and operational support activities.

- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and technical documentation.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to support data accuracy and system integrity.

- Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional IT teams.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

- Experience with Oracle Database or SQL Server administration tools.

- Familiarity with database environments supporting enterprise applications (e.g., ERP platforms).

- Exposure to cloud-based database platforms or hybrid environments.

- Knowledge of ITIL-based incident and change management processes.

- Experience supporting backup/recovery validation and disaster recovery readiness.

- Strong documentation and data management skills.

- Ability to learn quickly and grow into more advanced database engineering responsibilities.

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TCS080, T2, Band 5

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