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Database Engineer

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In short

WeQuel is seeking a Senior Database Engineer for a consulting assignment in Stockholm. The role involves leading large-scale database migrations from Oracle to PostgreSQL, ensuring performance and stability. The position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities within the pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the end-to-end migration of Oracle database services to PostgreSQL
  • Collaborate with development teams to translate application requirements into database solutions
  • Review and validate database schemas, configurations, and application code changes
  • Ensure database performance, compatibility, and reliability during migration
  • Document migration learnings, technical decisions, and best practices
  • Review the existing database setup and recommend improvements
  • Work closely with database and development teams to ensure a smooth and successful migration

Requirements

  • Extensive experience as a PostgreSQL DBA or PostgreSQL Developer
  • Solid knowledge of Oracle databases and Oracle-to-PostgreSQL data type mappings
  • Hands-on experience leading or supporting PostgreSQL migration projects
  • Experience working with Liquibase for schema versioning and database migrations
  • Ability to work independently within an established migration framework
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience developing Java applications using PostgreSQL
  • Experience working with distributed systems and event-driven architectures
  • Experience with Kafka and/or Solace
  • Experience using AI agents and automation tools in development workflows
  • Experience migrating high-traffic services with minimal downtime

Benefits

  • Part of a consulting team that values people first
  • Engagement, collaboration, and development opportunities
  • Flat organization with short decision-making paths
  • Strong sense of community
  • Opportunity to influence your own professional growth
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Company

WeQuel

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Contract

WorkMode

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Stockholm, Sweden

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