Senior Database Engineer

Akkodis is seeking a Senior Database Engineer for a 6 months Contract position with a client located in Richardson, TX Pay Range: $60- $72hr on W2 (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.) Job Description You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and optimize database technologies (MS SQL, Oracle), driving digital transformation and operational excellence across semiconductor manufacturing and business systems. You will also lead the transition from legacy reporting systems to a modern data architecture, implementing a robust data mart and data warehouse model to support advanced analytics and decision-making across the site. This site will be leveraging increasing AI based semiconductor centric automation, equipment integration, fault detection (FDC), and advanced process control (APC) solutions within manufacturing that will have this role deploying and supporting bleeding edge database platforms at all levels. Key Responsibilities • Operational support of on-premises databases spanning from equipment / process related through enterprise application related. • Develop and deploy high-availability database solutions in MS SQL for manufacturing applications functions (MES, SCADA, Historian). • Ready to learn and support other database technologies (Oracle, DB2) • Migrate legacy reporting solutions to a data mart / data warehouse model. • Design and implement advanced SQL procedures, views and develop dynamic SSRS / Power BI based reports (including drill-down, dashboards, and multi-parameter formats) to support complex analytics and reporting needs. • Application Integrated Database Engineering - the practice of designing, developing, and managing databases in tight coordination with the applications that use them. • Create and maintain processes and documentation for various database activities including architecture, user access, user termination, DB creation, DB migration, DB security, and Service Now knowledge etc. • Mentor other team members in best practices and methods around DB queries and use. • Troubleshoot performance issues related to virtualized and physical database workloads. • Facilitate implementation of new technology stacks and migration of workloads from physical servers to virtualized instances wherever possible. • Work with semiconductor process, equipment, and application vendors to continually evolve databases for the best performance and fault tolerance. • Ensure 24 X 7 database monitoring and auditing tools are in place and effectively used. • Participate in calls / meetings with site and corporate team members to address and troubleshoot application and database related issues impacting operations. • Participate in daily tier meetings with factory systems and manufacturing operations teams. • Work with Corporate IT and Client Global Security to maintain all databases to corporate and semiconductor cyber security standards. YOU MUST HAVE • Bachelors Degree • 5+ years of hands-on experience with MS SQL • 5+ years of experience with database tuning. • 5+ years of experience with SQL Server Management Studio • 2+ years of experience with PowerShell scripting. • 1+ years of experience with ServiceNow or another similar formal Service Management platform and/or methodology • Data Modeling / Database Design • Requirements-to-Design Translation • Application Integrated Database Engineering • Advanced SQL Development • Data Architecture / Governance Skills • Performance Driven Design Skills • Experience With Greenfield Builds • Experience in all aspects of the software development lifecycle including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing and production support • Must demonstrate proficiency in documenting infrastructure, automation scripts, and system configurations to ensure clarity, maintainability, and operational continuity. WE VALUE • Advanced degree preferred in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering. • Experience with data protection, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning, configuration, and execution. • Hands-on experience supporting IT/OT systems and applications in manufacturing environments. • Proven ability to manage critical outages and drive effective remediation efforts. • Strong capability to translate business issues, requirements, and objectives into technical solutions. • Solid understanding of IT business processes and best practices, including ITIL methodologies. • Demonstrated ability to act as a change agent and promote positive organizational transformation. • Excellent oral, written, and collaborative communication skills. • Skilled in partnering with internal stakeholders at all levels to identify problems, develop solutions, and facilitate change. • Self-driven and highly motivated, able to work efficiently with minimal supervision. • Software design and development experience with C#, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, Microsoft Visual Studio, and web application frameworks. • Experience developing reports using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and/or Power BI. • Strong MS SQL relational database development skills. • Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) application support experience. • Experience working in or supporting semiconductor front-end or back-end manufacturing environments. • Background supporting manufacturing environments in software engineering or related technical roles. • Experience supporting legacy technologies such as VB, VB.NET, and ASP.NET. • Experience providing development and reporting support for manufacturing-focused organizations. • Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, and code review. • Experience building and maintaining interfaces between manufacturing-specific systems and enterprise applications. If you are interested in this Senior Database Engineer job in Richardson, TX please contact Ishwar Gupta at (610) 230 7687 or Ishwar.Gupta@akkodisgroup.com. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com This position requires the use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access to controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including some refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees with the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records by federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: · The California Fair Chance Act · Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance · Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers · San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance