Database Engineer
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Database Engineer – Oracle to PostgreSQL Migration
Location: Stockholm, Sweden (Hybrid – 2 days onsite per week)
Employment Type: Contract (6 months with strong possibility of extension)
Start Date: Mid-September 2026
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Database Engineer to join a large-scale database modernization project. In this role, you will play a key part in migrating enterprise database services from Oracle to PostgreSQL while ensuring high performance, stability, and reliability throughout the migration process.
This position combines hands-on migration work with database analysis, optimization, and collaboration with development teams to deliver scalable and maintainable database solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute Oracle-to-PostgreSQL database migration activities.
- Design and implement efficient PostgreSQL database solutions.
- Review database schemas, configurations, and application database interactions.
- Identify performance improvements and optimization opportunities.
- Ensure database integrity, stability, and compatibility during migration.
- Collaborate with software engineers and technical teams throughout the project.
- Prepare technical documentation, migration guidelines, and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience as a PostgreSQL Database Administrator or PostgreSQL-focused Database Engineer/Developer.
- Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL administration and performance tuning.
- Solid understanding of Oracle database concepts and architecture.
- Hands-on experience delivering Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migration projects.
- Experience with SQL and database design principles.
- Familiarity with Liquibase or similar database versioning and change management tools.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with Java applications connected to PostgreSQL.
- Knowledge of distributed systems or messaging platforms such as Kafka or Solace.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor or Claude.
- Experience supporting high-volume production systems and low-downtime database migrations.
Work Arrangement
- Hybrid work model with two onsite days per week in Stockholm.
- Initial contract of six months with a strong possibility of extension.
- Start in mid-September 2026.