What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cloud database migration consultant position at Apexon?
About Apexon:
Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation. Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents.
We enable #HumanFirstDIGITAL
Job Role: Architect Consultant/Expert
Location : STERLING HTS,MI,48314
Req ID: 320372
Position Description:
Job Title - Cloud database migration consultant Job Description • Develop and operationalize enterprise database migration solutions using GCP native such as Database Migration Service, one or more third-party resources such as Striim, iSpirer and others • Automate database migration processes to achieve best migration performance • Participate in conducting full technical discovery, identifying pain points, business, and technical requirements, proof-of-concept testing of new migration solutions • Assist in designing Cloud architectures to migrate large-scale enterprise data sets from on premise or other clouds to GCP • Assist application team to implement off-the-shelf migration tools or develop custom migration solutions. • Provide migration strategy and best practice guidance to enterprise customers • Troubleshoot issues during and post database migration in collaboration with application teams
Skills Required:
• Hands-on knowledge of relational and non-relational database concepts, architecture, and standards • In-depth knowledge of Google Cloud database technologies like CloudSQL, Redis, BigTable, etc. • Proficient in programming languages: SQL, Unix shell script, Powershell, Terraform, GO, Python, etc • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Skills Preferred:
• Good understanding of Agile development methodologies • Capability to present complex database issues to senior IT and non-IT management
Experience Required:
• 8 years overall IT experience • 5 years of experience in on-prem and Cloud native database design and administration • Experience in creating solution for large data integration/migration • Experience with Google Cloud Platform Databases (SQL, Spanner, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cloud Bigtable, Firestore, Memorystore, Redis, etc.) • Experience in developing automation solutions, i.e. Terraform • Experience in managing and deploying applications in GCP using Terraform, CI/CD pipeline (Tekton, Jenkins, etc). • Self-starter and problem-solver
Experience Preferred:
• Experience in Google Cloud Platform services i.e. CloudRun, Pubsub, Dataflow, etc. • Knowledge of industry technology standards, network, and security frameworks/tools
Education Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or related field
Education Preferred:
• Cloud Engineer training/certification
Additional Safety Training/Licensing/Personal Protection Requirements:
Additional Information :
Hybrid Position Currently 1 day per week
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Did you know that Apexon has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the three regions in which it operates: USA (for the fourth time in 2023), India (seven consecutive certifications as of 2023), and the UK.Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. You can read about our Job Applicant Privacy policy here Job Applicant Privacy Policy (apexon.com)
Our Perks and Benefits:
Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones. As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.
We also offer:
o Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
o 401K Plan
o Life Insurance, STD & LTD
o Paid Vacations & Holidays
o Paid Parental Leave
o FSA Dependent & Limited Purpose care
