Senior Database Engineer

Job Description

OpenEye is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to contribute to the architecture, reliability, performance, and security of its data backend infrastructure for OpenEye Web Services (OWS). This role is ideal for a software engineer with a passion for data or a database engineer who enjoys coding.He/She will be responsible for:

• Architecting and implementing scalable database solutions.
• Maintaining and optimizing database performance and security.
• Developing backend and data-centric software.
• Collaborating with team members to resolve issues.
• Reviewing development requests and making informed decisions.
• Communicating complex data concepts to stakeholders.
• Analyzing input requirements and devising optimal strategies.
• Reviewing software code for compliance.
• Providing guidance to other engineers.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience with software programming and databases.
• Experience with relational databases such as MySql, AWS RDS, PostgreSQL, or similar.
• Experience with BI tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or similar technology.
• Proficiency in Java, C#, or similar programming language.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming.
• Advanced understanding of query execution plans and database performance tuning.
• Exceptional data analytical skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong quality ethic and test-first attitude.
• Great communication and teamwork skills.

OpenEye offers:

• A collaborative, fun, and creative culture.
• Casual dress code.
• Medical, dental, vision & prescription benefits starting day 1.
• Generous medical plan subsidy and health savings account option with company contribution.
• Up to $5,000 annual company match for 401k.
• Company paid short-term/long-term disability, AD&D and life insurance.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• 15 Days of Paid Vacation accrued per year (increases after year 3).
• 7 Paid Sick/Wellness days per year.
• 9 Paid Holidays per year.
• A flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Employee Equipment Program.