Database Developer – Join a Team Powering the Future of Smart Technology!Location: Burnaby, BC | Type: Full-Time, Permanent | Work Mode: Onsite, Monday to FridayWe're excited to be hiring a Database Developer on behalf of a cutting-edge smart grid technology client who is redefining how data powers clean energy. If you're a Database Developer who thrives on solving big problems with elegant solutions, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.
As a Database Developer, you'll be a central part of the Product Development team—owning the evolution of the data layer that supports a suite of next-generation products. You'll help transition legacy systems to a modern, cloud-native architecture and build a new business layer to generate real-time insights from time-series data. You'll also maintain and enhance existing SQL-based infrastructure to ensure rock-solid performance and scalability.
This is more than a maintenance role—it's a high-impact opportunity for a forward-thinking Database Developer to work across cloud environments, data modelling, and next-gen architectures. Why You'll Love This Role• Work on next-gen data platforms: Be part of a transformative journey from legacy systems to scalable, cloud-native solutions.• Cross-functional impact: Collaborate with engineering, product, and business teams to shape the core of smart grid data.• Innovation meets stability: Enjoy the pace of a fast-evolving tech environment with the support of a well-established company. Compensation & Perks• Competitive base salary: $100,000 – $120,000• Comprehensive health benefits + $1,600 annual flexible spending account• Paid parental leave• 3 weeks of paid vacation• Annual training budget of $1,000• Participation in stock options program What You'll Be Doing• As a Database Developer, own and evolve data models that enable scalable product development• Architect horizontal scalability for data layers across on-prem and cloud platforms• Enhance and maintain SQL-based business and data access layers• Optimize database performance to ensure reliability and uptime across all deployments• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate diverse technologies into a unified platform What We're Looking For• Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or related field• 5+ years as a Database Developer with strong SQL/PLSQL expertise, expert sequence development skills• Deep knowledge of data architecture, performance optimization, and cloud database systems• Experience with Oracle and PostgreSQL (TimescaleDB preferred)• Strong Linux skills and backend integration using Python, Java, C/C++, or Go• Proven success in supporting mission-critical database environments• Familiarity with database security, monitoring, and operational best practices Bonus If You Have• Master's degree in a related field• Hands-on experience with TimescaleDB, Snowflake, MongoDB, or other cloud-based DBs• Experience with large-scale database migrations or building data lakes• Exposure to fast-paced, agile software development environmentsIf you're a driven Database Developer who's passionate about building powerful, efficient, and future-ready data systems, we'd love to connect with you. Join a team that's not just managing data—but transforming how the world uses it.
Apply now and be a Database Developer shaping the future of clean, smart technology!