Senior Engineer, Database and OS Developer

Senior Engineer, Database and OS Developer – Contract – Remote – $65.00 - $78.00/hr The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available. Our client is seeking a remote Senior Engineer, Database and OS Developer. Role Description Development & Enforcement • Develop and enforce standards for database connectivity validation, OS configuration, and runtime dependency readiness. • Ensure adherence to enterprise guidelines across GCP-hosted platforms, GKE environments, and secure healthcare systems. • Create reusable scripts and validation frameworks for connectivity and system health checks. Collaboration & Expertise • Partner with DBAs, platform engineers, infrastructure teams, DevSecOps, and application owners to resolve complex deployment blockers. • Participate in technical deep dives and provide clear recommendations, risks, and actionable next steps. • Act as a subject matter expert in database connectivity and OS-level troubleshooting. Analysis & Configuration • Validate and configure: • Database connectivity (Oracle, Postgres) • Network paths, DNS, firewall rules, and certificates • IAM/IAP access patterns and service authentication • Analyze issues across: • Application configuration • OS-level dependencies • Database access and schema readiness • Support configuration of Java/Spring Boot runtime dependencies, environment variables, and containerized workloads. Operational Support • Troubleshoot Linux/Unix systems, including: • Processes, services, file systems, permissions • Networking, ports, DNS resolution, and certificates • Support application deployment, smoke testing, and checkout cycles. • Provide production-readiness validation for applications migrating to cloud platforms. • Assist with batch processing, scheduler dependencies, and legacy system modernization. Mentorship & Training • Guide team members and partner teams on: • Best practices for database connectivity and OS troubleshooting • Dependency validation techniques • Develop clear runbooks and documentation to eliminate reliance on tribal knowledge. • Share knowledge on secure, compliant healthcare system operations. Innovation and Research • Explore and recommend improvements in: • Database connectivity validation approaches • Automation of OS and dependency checks • Evaluate emerging tools and techniques for: • Cloud database access (e.g., IAP tunneling, bastion patterns) • Monitoring and troubleshooting in distributed systems Strategic Planning • Support enterprise initiatives for cloud modernization across related workstreams. • Contribute to planning for: • Application migration waves • Database readiness and dependency validation strategies • Ensure alignment with security, auditability, and compliance requirements in healthcare environments. Skills & Requirements • 5+ years of experience in: Database engineering, systems engineering, application infrastructure, or production support • 5+ years of Linux/Unix experience in enterprise environments • 4+ years supporting: Oracle and/or Postgres database connectivity • Strong expertise in: OS troubleshooting (processes, networking, DNS, certificates, permissions) • Database connectivity (JDBC, drivers, SSL/TLS, connection pooling) • Hands-on scripting experience in: Shell, Python, and SQL • Proven ability to troubleshoot across: OS, database, network, and application layers • Bachelor’s degree in: Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field OR equivalent practical experience Pluses, nice to haves • Experience with: GCP, GKE, Istio, Cloud SQL • Oracle DB@GCP, RMAN, HA/DR concepts • Redis, Kafka, and distributed data systems • Background in application migration or modernization, especially in regulated environments • Familiarity with: IAP tunneling, bastion hosts, privileged access workflows • Experience supporting: Batch processing, schedulers, and legacy system transformations • Knowledge of healthcare platform delivery, including: Security, auditability, and compliance requirements Benefits/Other Compensation This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit). Why Hays? You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it. Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume? Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting. Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. 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