Job description

This position will be filled at the Platform Data & Engineer I, II or III level, contingent upon the experience of the selected candidate.

Overview: The Platform & Data Engineer is responsible for designing, configuring and implementing platform and data solutions to support District needs. Support enterprise class web and application server infrastructure solutions; application integration platform and middleware infrastructure implementation, deployment, administration, maintenance and patching; database standards, administration, implementation, maintenance; access; and performance tuning; documentation across multiple environments on supported technologies; and providing continuous improvement ideas to reduce expenses and/or improve efficiency.

Platform & Data Engineer I – This is the first of four levels in this job series. Able to perform independently in one of the following functional areas while learning and growing in at least one other area: Platform Engineering, Data Engineering, Database Engineering

Platform & Data Engineer II - This is the intermediate level in this job series. Able to perform independently in two or more of the following functional areas while learning and growing in the third functional area: Platform Engineering, Data Engineering, Database Engineering

Platform & Data Engineer III - This is the career or fully skilled level in this job series. Is a subject matter expert and able to perform independently in all 3 areas: Platform Engineering, Data Engineering and Database Engineering.

Responsibilities

- Platform Engineering - Maintain, configure, and implement web and application server technologies and concepts (Oracle WebLogic, Apache, Tomcat). Configure and implement web and application server components. Operating system administration (Unix/Linux), shell scripting and problem determination skills. Application integration platform configuration and administration (Oracle SOA/OSB, MuleSoft, Boomi or similar), Configure and maintain virtualization and Oracle RAC systems.

- Data Engineering - Implement solutions that help make data more useful to the enterprise. Build algorithms and integrations to provide easier access to raw data. Identify ways to improve data reliability, efficiency, and quality.

- Database Administration - Maintain the performance of Oracle and MS SQL Server database servers. Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors. Optimize database performance and security. Administer database access. Performance tuning of database systems. Install, upgrade, and administer database applications.

- Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC). Employees with access to confidential employee records and information are required to restrict access from any unauthorized person, except on a need to know basis.

Reports to Director - IT Operations & Security

Qualifications

Education

Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.

Platform & Data Engineer I, II, III : Bachelor's Degree (B.S., B.A.) in a Computer Sciences field required.

Platform & Data Engineer I Experience:

• 1 year experience in platform or data engineering and/or database administration preferred.

Platform & Data Engineer II Experience:

• 2+ years Related experience performing platform or data engineering and/or database administration responsibilities or closely related experience required.
• Utility industry experience desired.

Platform & Data Engineer III Experience:

• 5+ years Related experience performing platform or data engineering and/or database administration in a lead role or closely related experience required.
• Utility industry experience desired.

Platform & Data Engineer I Licenses and Certifications

• Oracle DBA Professional desired
• MTA DB Fundamentals desired
• Azure Data Engineer Fundamentals desired
• OCA Oracle Linux Admin desired
• OCA Oracle WebLogic desired

Platform & Data Engineer II Licenses and Certifications

• Oracle DBA Expert preferred
• MCSA DB Administration preferred
• Azure Data Engineer Associate preferred
• Oracle Data Integrator preferred
• Oracle SOA Suite preferred
• MySQL Professional preferred
• Oracle Java and Web Services preferred
• OCP Oracle Linux Admin preferred
• OCP Oracle WebLogic preferred
• also see level 1 certifications desired

Platform & Data Engineer III Licenses and Certifications

• Oracle DBA Master preferred
• MCSA DB Management and Analytics preferred
• See certifications for level I and II desired

Platform & Data Engineer I Experience:

• 1 year experience in platform or data engineering and/or database administration. preferred.

Platform & Data Engineer II Experience:

• 2+ years related experience performing platform or data engineering and/or database administration responsibilities or closely related experience required.
• Utility industry experience desired.

Platform & Data Engineer III Experience:

• 5+ years related experience performing platform or data engineering and/or database administration in a lead role or closely related experience required.
• Utility industry experience desired.

Skills and Abilities

A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities

- Basic knowledge of relevant network technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, SSH, HTTP, FTP).

- Basic knowledge of operating system administration (Unix/Linux) and problem determination skills.

- Basic knowledge of Service Oriented Architecture

- Basic knowledge of database systems, concepts, and SQL (Oracle, MS SQL Server).

- Computer programming in 1 or more object-oriented or scripting languages

- Basic technical knowledge of computer hardware, networks, security, and support

- Basic knowledge of system analysis, and requirements gathering techniques for business solutions and related documentation standards

- Ability to communicate logically and clearly, both orally and in writing

- Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

- Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

- Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

- Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

- Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.

- Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

- Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.

- Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

- Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

- Basic knowledge of application integration platforms (Oracle SOA/OSB, MuleSoft, Boomi or similar)

- Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,560.00 - $129,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

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