Position: Database Platform Engineer<br>Location: Remote - Full Time | Direct Hire<br>Salary: $140,000 - 164,000 base + excellent benefits<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***<br><br>This is not a traditional DBA. This is a:<br> Cloud‑native database platform engineer + architect + automation leader<br>Core Focus Areas<br> • AWS‑first database architecture (RDS, Aurora, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Redshift)<br> • Legacy → cloud modernization<br> • Microservice‑aligned data modeling & DDD<br> • Performance, HA, DR, global resiliency<br> • Event‑driven data, CDC, real‑time streaming<br> • Infrastructure as Code & CI/CD for databases<br> • Security, governance, compliance at scale<br> • Enablement of product & engineering teams<br>What Makes This Role Special<br> • Embedded in a 0→1 product launch<br> • Think start-up like feel in a Fortune 500 financial sound and thriving organization<br> • Works directly with: <br> ○ Product Engineers<br> ○ Platform / DevOps<br> ○ Data Integration<br> • Owns foundational data platform standards<br> • Shapes how databases are built from day one<br> • AWS preferred even though enterprise is Azure<br>Reporting Line<br> • Reports to Sr Manager of Data Engineering & Integration<br> • No direct reports (but strong mentorship & tremendous opportunities for advancement)<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***
We are looking for an experienced Database Developer to support data operations and reporting needs for a Long-term Contract position based in Becker, Minnesota. This role will work closely with teams across the business to deliver reliable database solutions, investigate data issues, and improve the performance of critical SQL Server processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment, communicates effectively with both business and technical partners, and is comfortable working in a collaborative Agile environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with business and technical teams to understand data needs, clarify priorities, and deliver practical database solutions that support daily operations.<br>• Act as a go-to resource for Microsoft SQL Server guidance, offering technical insight and recommendations to improve database-related processes and outcomes.<br>• Build and refine complex queries and reporting logic to provide accurate data for recurring reports, ad hoc requests, and business analysis.<br>• Investigate data discrepancies across workflows, validate results, and resolve issues that affect reporting accuracy and operational decision-making.<br>• Develop, test, and maintain stored procedures, views, functions, triggers, and other database objects to support scalable and efficient applications.<br>• Improve existing database code through tuning, refactoring, and indexing strategies that enhance speed, stability, and long-term maintainability.<br>• Troubleshoot locking, blocking, deadlocks, and other SQL Server performance issues using execution plan analysis and resource monitoring.<br>• Participate in Agile team activities such as sprint planning, stand-ups, backlog review, and retrospectives while contributing to documentation and coding standards.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Data Operations Specialist to support master data accuracy and business partner record management for a manufacturing organization in Plymouth, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining high-quality customer and supplier information, helping teams work from reliable data across enterprise platforms. The role partners closely with Finance, Procurement, Sales, and IT to keep records complete, compliant, and aligned with internal standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Enter, update, and maintain business partner records for customers, suppliers, and related entities across enterprise data platforms.</p><p>• Review incoming requests for new records or updates, confirm required approvals and supporting documents, and complete changes with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Verify critical information such as banking details, tax data, payment terms, and classification attributes using internal controls and external validation sources.</p><p>• Track data quality trends by identifying duplicates, incomplete fields, and inconsistent entries, then take corrective action to improve record reliability.</p><p>• Carry out data cleansing activities that strengthen reporting accuracy and reduce operational and compliance risk.</p><p>• Apply established governance standards to daily data management tasks and escalate exceptions or unresolved issues to appropriate stakeholders.</p><p>• Support audit and compliance efforts by organizing documentation and confirming that required records meet policy and regulatory expectations.</p><p>• Maintain secure digital files and handle sensitive information in accordance with privacy, confidentiality, and record-retention requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to resolve data issues, answer record-related questions, and support ongoing operational needs.</p>
<p>Position: DevOps Engineer (Mobile-First)</p><p>Location: Remote - Full Time | Direct Hire</p><p>Salary: $140,000 - 160,000 base annual salary + bonus + excellent benefits</p><p>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***</p><p>DevOps Engineer</p><p>We’re building something entirely new—and we’re doing it the right way.</p><p>This is a rare opportunity to join a brand-new digital transformation team inside a well‑established, financially strong enterprise. After decades of success with a traditional operating model, the organization is launching a remote‑first, mobile‑first digital platform designed to unify multiple services into a seamless consumer experience.</p><p>The product is 0→1, greenfield, and pre‑launch, with executive sponsorship and long‑term funding already secured. The pace, ownership, and innovation feel like a startup—without startup risk.</p><p>Why This Role Is Exciting</p><p>• Startup‑like environment inside a proven, stable enterprise</p><p>• New digital department with new leadership, tooling, and architecture</p><p>• True greenfield DevOps work—no legacy rebuilds</p><p>• Direct impact on a high‑visibility, consumer‑facing platform</p><p>What You’ll Work On</p><p>• Design, build, and support cloud infrastructure for a mobile‑first platform</p><p>• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for modern microservices</p><p>• Support containerized workloads using Docker and Kubernetes</p><p>• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for consistent environments</p><p>• Improve deployment reliability, scalability, and developer experience</p><p>Technical Environment</p><p>• Cloud: AWS (primary for the digital platform), cloud‑flexible architecture</p><p>• Containers: Docker, Kubernetes</p><p>• CI/CD: GitHub Actions, Jenkins</p><p>• IaC: Terraform, CloudFormation</p><p>• Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, Datadog / ELK</p><p>• Security: IAM, RBAC, secrets management</p><p>• Scripting: Python, Bash</p><p>• Application Context: Flutter (web,mobile), NestJS, Postgres, API</p><p>What We’re Looking For</p><p>• 3–6 years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or SRE</p><p>• Hands‑on AWS infrastructure experience</p><p>• Working knowledge of Kubernetes and containerized systems</p><p>• Experience building or supporting CI/CD pipelines</p><p>• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code</p><p>• Strong collaboration skills and an ownership mindset</p><p>• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building from scratch</p><p>What Success Looks Like</p><p>• Faster, safer deployments enabled by your automation</p><p>• Scalable, observable, and secure environments</p><p>• DevOps seen as a partner—not a bottleneck</p><p><br></p><p>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***</p>
We are looking for a SQL Developer to join a nonprofit organization in Richfield, Minnesota. In this role, you will contribute to database development, reporting, and application support while helping teams improve business processes and data flow across systems. This position is well suited for someone who combines strong SQL expertise with project coordination skills and a practical approach to solving technical and operational challenges.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct project activities from planning through completion, tracking milestones, identifying issues, and communicating progress to stakeholders.<br>• Partner with technical and business teams to organize requirements, support implementation efforts, and ensure a smooth handoff into ongoing support.<br>• Review existing applications and workflows to uncover improvement opportunities and translate business needs into clear technical documentation.<br>• Create, optimize, and maintain SQL queries, database views, and stored procedures to support operational and reporting needs.<br>• Provide technical assistance for database-related issues and help maintain reliable performance across supported systems.<br>• Build and support data integration processes, including ETL workflows that move and transform information between platforms.<br>• Develop reports, dashboards, and business intelligence outputs that enable informed decision-making across the organization.<br>• Contribute to system enhancement initiatives and support process changes as needed, including occasional travel for work-related activities.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer to design and implement innovative AI-driven solutions that enhance business operations and decision-making processes. In this contract position, you will play a pivotal part in developing scalable, secure, and cutting-edge systems that integrate AI with automation technologies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of artificial intelligence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design and develop AI-powered systems that incorporate generative AI, intelligent automation, and agent-based architectures.</p><p>• Build automation ecosystems using advanced machine learning models, large language models, and modern automation platforms.</p><p>• Research and integrate emerging AI technologies, including orchestration frameworks, autonomous agents, and AI security measures.</p><p>• Establish reusable patterns, APIs, and standards to enable scalable AI integrations across the enterprise.</p><p>• Oversee projects from initial experimentation to production deployment, ensuring they meet performance, reliability, and business impact goals.</p><p>• Collaborate with business and technology teams to align AI and automation solutions with organizational priorities.</p><p>• Implement robust governance, security, and ethical AI principles in all solutions to ensure compliance and responsible use.</p><p>• Provide expert guidance and mentorship on AI tools, optimization strategies, and automation best practices to team members.</p><p>• Conduct reviews of AI and automation implementations to ensure long-term sustainability and operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Stay updated on the latest AI trends and methodologies, sharing insights to inspire innovation across the organization.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Data Privacy Consultant to support and advise our client. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with privacy regulations while supporting the development of a new, data-driven product line. This is a long-term contract position offering an opportunity to make a significant impact in the service industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with the product team to implement privacy-by-design principles throughout the development lifecycle.</p><p>• Assess and ensure compliance with applicable privacy regulations and requirements.</p><p>• Serve as a trusted advisor for privacy-related matters, providing expertise and guidance to internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Conduct thorough analyses of client data to identify potential privacy risks and recommend actionable solutions.</p><p>• Develop and maintain privacy policies, procedures, and documentation to support organizational compliance.</p><p>• Monitor emerging privacy trends and regulations to proactively address potential impacts on the organization.</p><p>• Offer insights and recommendations to enhance data protection strategies and safeguard sensitive information.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst. This role offers the opportunity to work with a global team and contribute to impactful projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze user requirements, workflows, and procedures to identify opportunities for automation or system improvement.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess system capabilities and recommend updates or enhancements.</p><p>• Oversee the testing, maintenance, and implementation of computer programs and systems.</p><p>• Provide training and guidance to staff and users to ensure effective utilization of systems and tools.</p><p>• Conduct interviews, surveys, or job observations to understand how data is processed and identify areas for optimization.</p><p>• Lead efforts to expand or modify systems to meet evolving business needs and improve workflows.</p><p>• Offer expert advice to clients on information processing and computation requirements.</p><p>• Deliver constructive feedback and mentorship to team members to support their growth and development.</p><p>• Facilitate communication within teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and deliverables.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to Agile Scrum methodologies in project execution.</p>
We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to strengthen a growing cloud security program in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This position will focus on protecting Azure and Microsoft 365 environments through secure design, identity governance, threat detection, and operational improvements. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with cloud platforms, modern security tooling, and cross-functional collaboration to reduce risk and support a resilient technology environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Architect and support secure cloud solutions across Azure and Microsoft 365, ensuring platforms are configured to meet security and operational standards.<br>• Establish and manage identity and access protections by enforcing conditional access, role-based permissions, and zero trust security practices.<br>• Investigate alerts and suspicious activity using enterprise security platforms, then coordinate timely response and remediation efforts.<br>• Evaluate cloud environments for vulnerabilities and misconfigurations, and drive corrective actions to improve overall security posture.<br>• Build and maintain automation scripts in PowerShell, Python, or similar languages to improve efficiency in security administration and monitoring.<br>• Partner with DevOps and infrastructure teams to embed security controls into deployment workflows using infrastructure-as-code and pipeline automation tools.<br>• Support adherence to recognized security frameworks and regulatory expectations through policy alignment, control validation, and audit readiness activities.<br>• Troubleshoot complex issues affecting cloud, network, and endpoint security technologies, providing practical solutions across interconnected systems.<br>• Create and update technical documentation covering configurations, procedures, incident findings, and recommended best practices.<br>• Work closely with internal stakeholders on security initiatives, platform enhancements, and ongoing risk reduction projects.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Cloud Engineer to support and enhance a complex Azure environment. This contract opportunity is ideal for a senior-level candidate who can combine hands-on delivery with technical guidance across cloud infrastructure, networking, and end-user computing services. The role focuses on designing, optimizing, and maintaining scalable Azure solutions that align with hybrid infrastructure needs and enterprise performance expectations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design, implement, and support Azure networking solutions across large-scale environments, including virtual WAN, hub-and-spoke connectivity, and enterprise routing patterns.</p><p>• Build and refine Azure landing zones, subscription structures, and connectivity models to promote secure, scalable cloud operations.</p><p>• Manage Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 platforms, including session host administration, identity integration with Entra ID, performance tuning, and end-user experience improvements.</p><p>• Administer Azure virtual machines and storage services while ensuring reliable operation across cloud and hybrid infrastructure landscapes.</p><p>• Partner with stakeholders to evaluate architecture choices such as Azure Front Door, Application Gateway, disaster recovery strategies, and broader network design decisions.</p><p>• Provide technical leadership by advising teams on Azure best practices while remaining actively involved in implementation and operational support.</p><p>• Support integration efforts between Azure services and enterprise platforms such as S/4HANA where cloud connectivity and infrastructure design are required.</p><p>• Troubleshoot infrastructure and networking issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable improvements to strengthen availability and performance.</p>
<p>We are seeking a Hardware Lifecycle & Inventory Coordination Analyst to support a large‑scale computer modernization initiative, focused on improving how enterprise devices are deployed, tracked, refreshed, and reported. The organization is modernizing its hardware lifecycle processes, implementing ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management, and accelerating the device refresh cycle.</p><p>The position sits within IT Asset & Hardware Coordination and is responsible for managing inventory levels, coordinating lifecycle refreshes with vendors and service providers, resolving ordering issues, and ensuring data accuracy across multiple systems.</p><p>The ideal candidate has a strong IT foundation, understands PC/laptop components, can work through large datasets, and is comfortable coordinating across technical, procurement, and business teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Coordinate and manage hardware inventory levels and refresh lifecycle for over 80,000 administrative devices in North America.</p><p>· Support enterprise‑wide PC and laptop refresh initiatives, ensuring devices are deployed on schedule to reduce device age.</p><p>· Work closely with vendors, procurement, and service providers to ensure orders are flowing correctly and resolve ordering or fulfillment issues.</p><p>· Maintain and validate asset and inventory data in ServiceNow Hardware Asset Management (HAM).</p><p>· Pull and analyze inventory and lifecycle data from tools such as ServiceNow, SCCM, JAMF, and Microsoft Intune.</p><p>· Perform data analysis and reporting using Excel (pivot tables, lookups, analysis); Power BI dashboard experience is a plus.</p><p>· Build reports and provide insights that tell a clear story with numbers and support operational decision‑making.</p><p>· Communicate regularly with internal teams and, over time, end users regarding device lifecycle, ordering, and logistics.</p><p>· Work independently after receiving general direction, while proactively identifying issues and opportunities for process improvement.</p>