Database Engineer na Port of Seattle

Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered. 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer visa sponsorship. The Port of Seattle is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

As a Database Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain secure, highly available, and scalable database solutions in hybrid computing environments that support business continuity objectives and follow industry best practices.

• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement highly available (HA) database platforms that meet business and continuity requirements.
• You will develop and deploy database solutions, contributing to the definition and enforcement of development standards and best practices.
• You will design, build, and maintain Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes to ensure accurate and efficient data integration.
• You will manage database backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data integrity and availability.
• You will implement and maintain database security controls, including access management, authentication, encryption, and compliance with standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, HIPAA).
• You will monitor and tune database performance, proactively identifying issues and driving resolutions to meet uptime and SLA goals.
• You will develop automation solutions using PowerShell, Python, or SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) to improve efficiency and reduce manual tasks..
• You will maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration guidelines, and operational procedures, to support team knowledge and compliance.
• You will collaborate closely with application developers, system administrators, and business stakeholders to deliver database solutions that meet project and operational needs.
• You will administer and optimize databases across on-premises and cloud environments (e.g., Azure SQL), ensuring seamless integration, performance, and security across platforms.

• Experienced – You have two (2) years of experience in Information Technology.
• Desired – We hope you have a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Business Administration. We also hope you have experience in database engineering or administration.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.  At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Technical Expertise: You are skilled in SQL Server deployment and configuration, T-SQL development, backup and recovery, security, performance tuning, data modeling, server virtualization, and automation scripting. Experience with Azure SQL, database migration, big data technologies, and NoSQL databases strengthens your profile.
• Collaboration & Communication: You work effectively across technical and non-technical teams, clearly communicating solutions and influencing successful outcomes.
• Problem Solver: You demonstrate strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, anticipating and addressing issues in high-pressure environments.
• Highly Organized – You manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and deliver on multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Continuous Learner – You stay current with emerging database technologies, trends, and best practices, and you bring new ideas to improve team capabilities.

• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies. You will have to respond promptly while on call to any IT outages, even outside regular work hours and must be prepared to be onsite if necessary to resolve technology issues.
• Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion. However, for the first six (6) months, you will be expected to work in the office regularly.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.
• Security Requirements – In this role, you will be required to access Port of Seattle Police Department equipment, office locations, systems and/or vehicles. In compliance with Federal and State laws as the successful candidate, you will be required to pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) criminal history background check. 

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.