Platform Database Engineer NoSQL / Graph Databases

• Design, implement, and operate NoSQL and graph database solutions as part of the central platform.
• Take technical ownership of graph data models and query patterns for complex, highly connected domains.
• Plan and execute migrations from relational or file-based data storage to NoSQL or graph databases.
• Collaborate closely with backend engineering teams to integrate database solutions into existing and new backend services.
• Evaluate and select appropriate NoSQL and graph database technologies for different product and platform use cases.
• Ensure performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability of database solutions in production.
• Contribute to platform architecture decisions, technical standards, and best practices.
• Support and enable product teams through reviews, guidance, and hands-on collaboration.
• Strong hands-on experience with NoSQL and or graph databases such as Neo4j, Amazon Neptune, MongoDB, or comparable technologies.
• Solid understanding of data modeling for graph and non-relational data stores.
• Experience in planning and executing database migration projects.
• Good understanding of backend software architectures and data access patterns.
• Hands-on experience operating databases in cloud environments, preferably on AWS.
• Ability to work closely with distributed engineering teams and translate requirements into robust data solutions.
• Availability to work with significant overlap to business hours in Germany (CET/CEST).
• Fluent English skills are required; German language skills (spoken and written) are an advantage.

Nice To Have

• Experience with relational databases and hybrid data architectures.
• Knowledge of performance tuning and optimization for graph workloads.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Experience with observability and monitoring of database systems.
• Exposure to backend technologies such as Node.js, .NET, or similar ecosystems and corresponding programming languages used in backend development.

Traits We Value

• Strong ownership mindset and responsibility for platform components.
• Pragmatic problem-solver with a focus on sustainable solutions.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly across teams.
• Interest in platform engineering and enabling other teams to succeed.
• Curiosity and willingness to continuously learn and improve.
• A competitive salary package
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Flexibility in balancing office hours and remote work
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