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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Platform Data Engineer - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** Merrifield, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Data Retention, Data Security, Database Schema, Liquibase, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Software Engineering, Database Optimization, Database Performance, Information Technology - **Published:** September 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/3c647997-c691-4836-a1a6-ceb7e79d6192 ## About the Role Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience. Experience: 5-7 years of experience in database engineering and administration. Technical Skills: * Advanced skill with hands-on experience in Azure SQL, Microsoft SQL, and enterprise database platforms. * Advanced skill designing, testing and deploying backup and disaster recovery solutions. * Advanced skill in database performance tuning and capacity planning with monitoring. * Experience in developing advanced automation scripts and workflows. * Advanced knowledge of regulatory frameworks. * Advanced knowledge in secure data practices and data governance. * Advanced skill to design scalable database solutions and address advanced performance bottlenecks. * Expert analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and deductive reasoning skills. * Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills. * Advanced verbal and written communication skills. * Experience working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, and vendors. Preferred Qualifications * Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate. * Hands-on experience using Liquibase to manage schema changes. * Experience supporting platform engineering, infrastructure, cloud, digital, or software engineering organizations. * Familiarity with application modernization and decommissioning programs. * Experience with risk, audit, cybersecurity, compliance, and regulatory initiatives. * Experience with the banking/financial services industry. ## Description The Platform Data Engineer will join the Digital Engineering organization to provide technical support for digital applications and services. This role supports and participates in Agile development and engineering processes to design, implement, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure database solutions. The focus is on optimizing database performance, capacity, and reliability while aligning with industry standards to safeguard data integrity and accessibility. This position operates under minimal supervision., * Design, implement, and manage advanced cloud database architectures, ensuring scalability and reliability. * Work with Agile development teams leveraging Liquibase to manage database schema changes. * Monitor and optimize database performance and capacity planning. * Develop and manage backup policies, data retention policies, and disaster recovery plans. * Conduct in-depth performance analyses and execute tuning initiatives. * Develop advanced automation workflows to improve database operations efficiency. * Implement and enforce robust encryption and security protocols; drive initiatives for regulatory compliance. * Diagnose and solve advanced database issues with minimal supervision, ensuring data integrity and availability. * Collaborate with Digital Agile teams, Digital Engineering, and data partners to align database strategies with business goals. * Improve operational quality by compiling and analyzing data, and preparing recommendations. * Prepare technical, process, and operations-related documentation. * Track work in accordance with team processes and ensure task and backlog items are documented. * Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and effective communications to teams and management. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. ## Related Videos - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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