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Principal Database Engineer

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ADP

Principal Database Engineer

Parsippany, NJ

ADP is hiring a Principal Database Engineer.

Location: Parsippany, NJ

  • Are you empathetic to client needs and inspired by transformation and impacting the lives of millions of people every day?
  • Are you passionate about automation with a background in full-stack development?
  • Are you looking to join a dynamic, inclusive team environment with a culture of collaboration and belonging?

Well, this may be the role for you. Ready to design what's next?

We are currently looking for an experienced Database Developer to support our flagship Human Capital Management platform, Workforce Now. The platform brings together a variety of HCM components, including talent management, human resource management, benefits administration, time and attendance, and payroll. This is the largest revenue generator for ADP and this role will build and enhance a platform that supports 25 million employees. You will have the opportunity to work on an enterprise-wide scale, working on the latest technologies out there including AI/ML and helping us to continue to lead the way in this marketplace.

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https://www.adp.com/what-we-offer/products/adp-workforce-now.aspx

A little about ADP: We are a global leader in HR technology, offering the latest AI and machine learning-enhanced payroll, tax, HR, benefits, and much more. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive, down-to-earth culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. ADP has a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a global Best Places to Work, DiversityInc® Top 50 Company, Best CEO and company for women, LGBTQ+, multicultural talent, and more. Learn more about ADP's commitment on our YouTube channel: http://adp.careers/DEI_Videos

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Here's what you can expect on a typical day:

  • Responsible for building services and coming up with appropriate database solutions to business problems.
  • Debug critical database issues not limited to SQL Performance and provide solutions.
  • Research, Design, Develop, and/or modify application specific database modules using SQL, PL/SQL, Python or Shell.
  • Engineering, prototyping, and recommending the adoption of new technologies and continually improving our client experience.
  • Development and Deployment of application database changes / releases to production and non-production environments
  • Self-reliant, hands-on position on the team to lead and drive code quality, maintain application stability in an agile environment.
  • Collaborate with database team peers, product owners, UX/UI, Internal/External stakeholders and globally distributed teams to understand requirements and develop application in compliance to client needs.
  • Assist in the development of overall feature and focusing on the outcome and deliverables either meeting or exceeding expectations.
  • Define engineering best practices and mentor teams to write elegant code using effective automated unit tests & Test-Driven Development methodologies.
  • Develop specifications for new database services.
  • Meet deadlines and manage multiple, dynamic priorities.

TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE:

  • You'll have a bachelor's degree OR equivalent. Masters preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience as a Database Developer/DBA in a fast-paced agile environment preferably in a product development environment. Minimum of 7+ years as Oracle Developer/DBA with
  • Deep expertise on database internals, expert level PL/SQL development skills, expert level SQL development skills and Python/Shell programming experience
  • Expert level experience with all aspects of Oracle databases and features. Deep knowledge and working experience in Oracle Virtual Private Database (VPD) and expert level Oracle Partitioning experience is desired. Experience in RDS Oracle and RDS PostgreSQL is a plus but not mandatory.
  • Expert level database performance tuning skills
  • Experience working with Linux operating systems such as RedHat. Experience with Ubuntu is a plus.
  • Experience in application deployment, automation and DevOps tools such as Artifactory, GIT, Bitbucket, Jenkins and Ansible
  • Knowledge of public clouds such as AWS, Azure or GCP
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills that include the ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally with technical and non-technical personnel at all levels.
  • Java and Hibernate development experience is preferred.
  • Experience working in an Agile Environment with great collaboration skills.
  • Oracle Certification is a huge plus.
  • Experience working with Oracle Cloud Control, Golden Gate and Golden Gate BDA is also a plus.

YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE BECAUSE YOU CAN:

  • Have courageous team collaboration. Courage comes from how associates are willing to have difficult conversations, speak up, be an owner, and challenge one another's ideas to net out the best solution.
  • Deliver at epic scale. We deliver real user outcomes using strong judgment and good instincts. We're obsessed with the art of achieving simplicity with a focus on client happiness and productivity.
  • Be surrounded by curious learners. We align ourselves with other smart people in an environment where we grow and elevate one another to the next level. We encourage our associates to listen, stay agile, and learn from mistakes.
  • Act like an owner & doer. Mission-driven and committed to leading change, you will be encouraged to take on any challenge and solve complex problems. No tasks are beneath or too great for us. We are hands-on and willing to master our craft.
  • Give back to others. Always do the right thing for our clients and our community and humbly give back to the community where we live and work. Support our associates in times of need through ADP's Philanthropic Foundation.
  • Join a company committed to equality and equity. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

Find out why people come to ADP and why they stay: https://youtu.be/ODb8lxBrxrY

(ADA version: https://youtu.be/IQjUCA8SOoA )

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP's operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Ethics at ADP: ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP's culture and our full set of values.

Client-provided location(s): Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, USA
Job ID: ADP-255908
Employment Type: Full Time