Database Engineer

This role is responsible for developing services that bridge the gap between software development and infrastructure to improve developer productivity and product quality. It will provide support and training on various database technologies (MS SQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) as well as CI/CD tools and processes. All this while optimizing relationships between the development, security, quality assurance and IT operations teams by seeking feedback, understanding bottlenecks, and collaborating to develop solutions that create value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support for in-scope database technologies, including MSSQL, PostgreSQL, RDS, and related platforms.
• Support DevSecOps practices and tooling, such as CI/CD pipelines, Source Code Management (SCM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and other automation tools.
• Plan, estimate, and manage assigned tasks effectively to ensure completion of multiple deliverables on time and within budget.
• Develop and enhance services, including automating processes to improve how development teams interact with cloud infrastructure.
• Participate in the on-call rotation to respond promptly to system alerts or service outages.
• Create, maintain, and update comprehensive technical documentation.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and skills development.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with public cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Experience developing with PowerShell or other scripting/programming languages.
• Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear technical documentation.
• Passion for continuous learning and staying current with new trends and emerging technologies.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.