Principal Database Engineer (Oracle, PL/SQL, Snowflake)- Galway,Ireland

**Job Description: **  
The Senior Database Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex database systems to support our business operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity, performance, and security. Your expertise in Oracle, PL/SQL, and Snowflake components, along with your understanding and experience in CI/CD processes and Jenkins, will be critical in driving our database initiatives and achieving our organizational goals.
**Key Responsibilities: **
- Design, implement, and maintain database systems using Oracle and PL/SQL.
- Optimize database performance and ensure high availability.
- Develop and execute database scripts, stored procedures, and functions.
- Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
- Collaborate with software developers to integrate database systems with applications.
- Design and develop Snowflake data models, integrations, and transformations.
- Monitor database health and troubleshoot issues.
- Implement and enforce database security policies.
- Perform data modeling and design database schemas.
- Conduct database backups, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
- Provide technical support and guidance to junior database developers.
- Stay updated with the latest database technologies and best practices.
**Qualifications: **
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 12+ years of experience as a Database Developer or similar role.
- Expertise in Oracle Database and PL/SQL development.
- Strong knowledge of Snowflake components and their implementation.
- Understanding and experience with CI/CD processes and tools, particularly Jenkins.
- Strong understanding of database design, modeling, and optimization techniques.
- Experience with database performance tuning and query optimization.
- Proficiency in SQL and database management tools.
- Knowledge of database security best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
**Preferred Qualifications: **
- Experience with other database technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server.
- Knowledge of cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database).
- Certification in Oracle Database (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional).