Database Engineer

Database Engineer Skicka ansökan Database Engineer - Consulting assignment Are you an experienced Database Engineer with deep expertise in PostgreSQL and database migrations? We at WeQuel are currently looking for a Senior Database Engineer for a consulting assignment with one of our clients in Stockholm. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a large-scale database migration initiative, helping modernize a business-critical platform while ensuring stability, performance, and minimal operational disruption. As a consultant with us, you will have the opportunity to work with some of our clients who are leading companies within the pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and industrial sectors, contributing to process optimization, implementation of new technologies, and the development of sustainable solutions. About the Role: In this role, you will lead and actively support the migration of database services from Oracle to PostgreSQL. You will work closely with development teams to translate application requirements into robust database solutions while ensuring compatibility, performance, and reliability throughout the migration process. Your main responsibilities will include: Lead and support the end-to-end migration of Oracle database services to PostgreSQL Collaborate with development teams to translate application requirements into database solutions throughout the migration process Review and validate database schemas, configurations, and application code changes Ensure database performance, compatibility, and reliability during migration Document migration learnings, technical decisions, and best practices Review the existing database setup and recommend improvements Work closely with database and development teams to ensure a smooth and successful migration We are looking for someone who: Has extensive experience as a PostgreSQL DBA or PostgreSQL Developer Has solid knowledge of Oracle databases and Oracle-to-PostgreSQL data type mappings Has hands-on experience leading or supporting PostgreSQL migration projects Has experience working with Liquibase for schema versioning and database migrations Is able to work independently within an established migration framework Has strong collaboration and communication skills when working with development and database teams Is fluent in English, both written and spoken Meritorious Experience: Experience developing Java applications using PostgreSQL Experience working with distributed systems and event-driven architectures Experience with Kafka and/or Solace Experience using AI agents and automation tools in development workflows Experience migrating high-traffic services with minimal downtime We Offer: At WeQuel, you become part of a consulting team that values people first – we believe that success is built through engagement, collaboration, and development. We offer a flat organization with short decision-making paths, a strong sense of community, and the opportunity to influence your own professional growth. Department Consulting (Anställning) Platser Stockholm Distansarbete Hybridarbete Stockholm Workplace & Culture You just have a couple of seconds to capture the interest of your visitors. Explain how it is working at your company. Give the visitor an insight, show with text and pictures. Share your company culture. Try to communicate your companies efforts to existing and prospective staff what makes your company a desirable workplace. Om WeQuel WeQuel sammanför ambitiösa företag med exceptionella människor inom Life Science, Engineering och IT. Genom specialistkompetens, starka relationer och ett långsiktigt perspektiv hjälper vi organisationer att bygga högpresterande team som driver innovation, affärsutveckling och operationell excellens. Vi tror att framgångsrika företag byggs av rätt människor och att starka samarbeten skapar långsiktig påverkan. Grundades 2020 Medarbetare 40+