What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. DBA position at CGI?
Position Description
We are looking for a passionate and skilled DBA to join our growing data and analytics team. If you enjoy building scalable data pipelines, optimizing large-scale databases, and working with modern big data technologies, this role is for you.
This role must be filled 5 days per week in the client office in either Strongsville OH or Pittsburgh PA.
For this role on this particular client engagement, employer sponsorship of immigration‑related visa and/or green card status as part of the PERM process will not be available
Your future duties and responsibilities
5 years of hands-on experience with query optimization, indexing, partitioning, and database performance tuning. .
4 years of strong programming experience in Python and PySpark for large-scale data processing. .
4 years of experience designing and developing scalable ETL/data ingestion pipelines. . Experience with processing, storing, archival, and purging strategies for large-scale datasets. 3 years of experience working with modern open table formats such as Apache Iceberg and Delta Lake.
3 years of hands-on experience with Tableau for building interactive dashboards and data visualizations.
Strong understanding of data quality, validation, integrity, and governance principles. Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies and frameworks.
Experience working with AI agents and AI-assisted development tools for faster development and engineering efficiency.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $198,400.00.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
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Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com. You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
We are looking for a passionate and skilled DBA to join our growing data and analytics team. If you enjoy building scalable data pipelines, optimizing large-scale databases, and working with modern big data technologies, this role is for you.
This role must be filled 5 days per week in the client office in either Strongsville OH or Pittsburgh PA.
For this role on this particular client engagement, employer sponsorship of immigration‑related visa and/or green card status as part of the PERM process will not be available
Your future duties and responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/data ingestion pipelines for processing large volumes of structured and unstructured data.
- Work extensively with SQL and NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB, to support enterprise data platforms and analytics solutions by Tableau.
- Optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing, partitioning, and efficient data modeling techniques.
- Process, store, archive, and purge high-volume datasets while ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Develop high-performance data processing solutions using Python and PySpark.
- Implement and manage modern data lake/lakehouse architectures using open table formats such as Apache Iceberg and Delta Lake.
- Ensure data quality, integrity, validation, and governance across data pipelines and storage systems.
- Build and maintain interactive Tableau dashboards and visualizations for business and operational reporting.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business stakeholders, analysts, and engineering teams to deliver scalable data solutions.
- Work effectively within Agile/Scrum teams, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, code reviews, and iterative delivery cycles.
- Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and optimize end-to-end data workflows.
- Explore, evaluate, and adopt new technologies, frameworks, and best practices in data engineering.
- Leverage AI agents and AI-assisted development tools to accelerate proof-of-concepts, automation, and engineering productivity.
- . Document technical designs, data flows, and operational procedures to support maintainability and knowledge sharing.
5 years of hands-on experience with query optimization, indexing, partitioning, and database performance tuning. .
4 years of strong programming experience in Python and PySpark for large-scale data processing. .
4 years of experience designing and developing scalable ETL/data ingestion pipelines. . Experience with processing, storing, archival, and purging strategies for large-scale datasets. 3 years of experience working with modern open table formats such as Apache Iceberg and Delta Lake.
3 years of hands-on experience with Tableau for building interactive dashboards and data visualizations.
Strong understanding of data quality, validation, integrity, and governance principles. Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies and frameworks.
Experience working with AI agents and AI-assisted development tools for faster development and engineering efficiency.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $198,400.00.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive insurance options
- Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
- Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Wellness and Well-being programs
#CGITECHJOBS
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.
CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com. You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned.
We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members.
All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.
CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.