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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Engineer II - **Company:** Cvent - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Query Performance, Amazon Web Services, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Databases, Couchbase Servers, Data Dictionary, Data Stores, Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Schema, Database Security, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Amazon DynamoDB, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, Windows PowerShell, SQL Databases, AWS Cdk, S3 Bucket, Database Optimization, Database Performance, Cloudformation, Amazon Relational Database Service, Information Technology, Amazon Redshift - **Published:** June 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/0d12870c-b219-4a44-b09e-01322cbb9942 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field * Minimum 2 - 5 years of experience * In-depth knowledge of SQL Server and AWS database services such as Amazon Aurora/RDS, DynamoDB, and Amazon Redshift * Strong understanding of database design principles, data modelling, and normalization * Experience managing highly available databases in AWS * Expertise in SQL and NoSQL databases and the ability to write efficient SQL queries and optimize query performance for Postgres and MySQL databases. * Deep understanding of database security principles and best practices Nice to have: * AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, or AWS Certified Database Specialty are a plus. * Experience with document store technologies, such as Couchbase or MongoDB * Keywords: SQLServer, Aurora, Postgres, CloudFormation, AWS CDK, Python, PowerShell, Amazon DMS, S3 Bucket, or AWS Backups. ## Description Cvent is seeking a Database Engineer to help design, manage, optimize, and secure enterprise database platforms across Cvent's portfolio of products. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience managing one or more cloud database technologies, with at least one being a relational database, and a strong desire to learn and manage database technologies of all types. The candidate should also be familiar with using Infrastructure as Code and other automation for managing databases. As a Database Engineer at Cvent, you will collaborate with development teams to implement, optimize, and secure the data stores powering Cvent's products. You will build and use automation capable of managing fleets of databases while maintaining Cvent's standards and best practices. You will also help us to continuously evaluate and improve those standards and best practices to ensure that we continue to provide the resilient, scalable, performant, and secure database platforms possible. In This Role, You Will: In this role, you will: * Design, develop, and manage databases on the AWS cloud platform * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data requirements and ensure that the databases meet their needs. * Implement and manage database security policies, including access control, data encryption, and backup and recovery procedures. * Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise. * Optimize database performance by fine-tuning the database schema, queries, and indexing strategies. * Ensure that database backups and disaster recovery procedures are in place and tested regularly. * Develop and maintain database documentation, including data dictionaries, data models, and technical specifications. * Stay up to date with the latest cloud technologies and trends and evaluate new tools and products that could improve database performance and scalability. ## Related Videos - [Tomorrow's cloud data platforms - fully managed database-as-a-service (DBaaS)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/254-tomorrow-s-cloud-data-platforms-fully-managed-database-as-a-service-dbaas) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Database Magic behind 40 Million operations/s](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/748-database-magic-behind-40-million-operations-s) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know)