Database Engineer

Contract-to-Hire (client does not sponsor)

Greater Minneapolis, MN or Madison, WI areas

Starting in January 2026, must be on-site on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week.

The Database Engineer IV will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of both legacy and modern data platforms that power client s enterprise operations. You ll work with a team of experienced engineers and architects to manage and optimize enterprise databases, with a strong emphasis on data pipeline development and cloud integration.

This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer who enjoys solving complex data challenges, contributing to modernization efforts, and collaborating across teams in a fast-paced Agile environment.

Key attributes of the ideal candidate:

• Natural Leader, Well spoken
• Technically focused/capable, but understands the broader picture of the organization
• Automation First mindset

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines across cloud and on-prem environments.
• Support the administration, monitoring, and performance tuning of databases (Oracle, Snowflake, Azure SQL, and MS SQL).
• Assist in database provisioning, configuration, patching, and backup/recovery processes.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and other DBAs to troubleshoot issues and optimize queries.
• Participate in data migration and integration efforts as part of cloud transformation initiatives.
• Ensure database security, access controls, and compliance with internal standards.
• Contribute to documentation, runbooks, and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Participate in or lead Agile ceremonies and team planning activities, contributing to a culture of shared ownership and continuous improvement.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support 24/7 database operations and incident response.

Minimum Qualifications and Required Experience

• 7 years of experience in database engineering or a related technical role.
• Hands-on experience with at least one of the following: Oracle, Snowflake, or Azure SQL Database.
• Familiarity with system performance tuning, and query optimization.
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and cloud-native data services.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with technical peers.

Preferred Experience

• Experience building and maintaining data pipelines in cloud or hybrid environments.
• Experience with Liquibase or other database change management tools.
• Experience with scripting or automation (e.g., Ansible, Python, Terraform).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines or DevOps practices.
• Experience with monitoring tools and observability platforms.
• Background in Agile or SAFe environments.

Worksite Arrangement:

• This position is approved for Office (greater Mpls or Madison area)
• This position would work onsite 3 days per week (Tues-Thurs) beginning in January 2026.