Sr. Database Engineer (Remote)
CBRE · Austin, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $130,000 / year
- Austin, TX
Job highlights
- Manage enterprise database operations and support.
- Configure complex databases and production environments.
- Collaborate with developers on innovative systems.
- Oversee production applications and business intelligence.
- Lead database installation, tuning, and recovery.
About the role
About The Role
As a CBRE Database Sr. Engineer, you will work with developers, D&T staff, and end-users to provide advanced technical support, maintenance, and logistical support to production and test systems.
This job is part of the Database Engineering job function. They are responsible for the upkeep of databases across several company platforms and computing environments.
What You’ll Do
- Manage day-to-day operations and support of enterprise databases.
- Set up and configure complex databases, interfaces, and production environments.
- Work with application developers to create innovative programs and systems.
- Oversee production application systems, the information warehouse, and business intelligence systems.
- Direct installation and configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, partitioning strategies, and automation techniques.
- Manage user security and access to the databases to ensure a controlled environment.
- Investigate, review, and test patches and bug fixes.
- Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
- Apply advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
- Showcase expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
- Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in most or all areas within the function.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
- Anticipate potential objections and persuade others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
- Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams.
- Work is guided by functional policies which impact the design of procedures and policies.
- Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
- Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-10 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Oracle Certified Professional, MySQL Database Administrator, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator preferred.
- Advanced knowledge to seek and develop new, better methods for accomplishing both individual and department objectives.
- Expertise in own job discipline and in-depth knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function.
- The innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions.
- Ability to solve unique problems using standard and innovative solutions having a broad impact on the business.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Expert organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations:
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
Key skills/competency
- Database Engineering
- Enterprise Databases
- Database Administration
- Performance Tuning
- Backup and Recovery
- Database Security
- SQL
- Oracle
- MySQL
- Microsoft Azure
Skills & topics
- Database Engineer
- Senior Database Engineer
- Database Administration
- Oracle
- MySQL
- Azure Database Administrator
- Remote
- Database Operations
- Performance Tuning
- Backup and Recovery
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 8-10 years of database experience, emphasizing enterprise systems, Oracle, MySQL, or Azure.
- Showcase technical skills: Detail your expertise in performance tuning, backup/recovery, and security management.
- Demonstrate innovation: Provide examples of developing new methods and solving complex database problems.
- Address core values: Align your application with CBRE's RISE values and commitment to diversity.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with complex systems and influencing others.
Technical preparation
Master Oracle, MySQL, or Azure database administration.,Practice performance tuning and optimization techniques.,Prepare for backup, recovery, and security scenarios.,Familiarize with automation and partitioning strategies.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you innovated a database solution.,How do you influence senior stakeholders?,Share experience coaching junior engineers.,Discuss solving a unique business problem.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities for a Senior Database Engineer at CBRE?
- The primary responsibilities for a Senior Database Engineer at CBRE include managing daily operations of enterprise databases, configuring complex database systems, collaborating with developers on new systems, overseeing production applications and business intelligence, and leading installation, performance tuning, and recovery efforts.
- What educational background or experience is preferred for this Senior Database Engineer role at CBRE?
- A Bachelor's Degree is preferred, along with 8-10 years of relevant experience. However, CBRE will consider a combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree. Preferred certifications include Oracle Certified Professional, MySQL Database Administrator, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator.
- Is the Senior Database Engineer position at CBRE remote?
- Yes, the job title explicitly states 'Remote', indicating that this Senior Database Engineer position is a remote opportunity.
- What technical skills are essential for a Senior Database Engineer at CBRE?
- Essential technical skills include advanced knowledge of database operations, configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, partitioning strategies, automation, and user security management. Expertise in Oracle, MySQL, or Azure databases is highly preferred.
- How does CBRE approach diversity and equal employment opportunity for this role?
- CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other protected basis.
- What kind of problem-solving abilities are expected from a Senior Database Engineer at CBRE?
- CBRE expects Senior Database Engineers to have an innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions and the ability to solve unique problems with broad business impact, using both standard and innovative approaches.
- Does CBRE offer accommodations for candidates with disabilities applying for the Senior Database Engineer role?
- Yes, CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. Candidates requiring assistance can reach out via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or by phone.