Robert Half is looking for a database administrator who loves the challenge of solving problems with multiple layers of complexity. If you are an efficient problem solver with highly tuned decision making skills, this may be the position for you. What you get to do every single day · Install, configure, and maintain all SQL Server instances across development, staging, and production environments · Ensure database server topology, configuration, and maintenance are designed and executed to meet SLA objectives · Advise on database design, tuning options, and other potential issues · Fix SQL Server service outages as they occur, including after hours and weekends · Configure SQL Server monitoring utilities to minimize false alarms · Baseline system performance and monitor for deviation, recommending and implementing improvements to slow running queries · When performance issues arise, you'll figure out the most effective way to increase performance including hardware purchases, server configuration changes, or index/query changes
We are looking for a skilled Systems Administrator to manage and maintain our organization’s server systems and infrastructure. This role requires expertise in ensuring system performance, security, and reliability across various platforms. Located in Sugar Land, Texas, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to critical IT projects and support business continuity initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide daily support for servers, systems, and remote access, including Active Directory, Citrix, Microsoft environments, file servers, Exchange 2019, and hybrid configurations with Exchange Online.<br>• Coordinate and oversee IT projects, including planning, communication, and documentation of system changes.<br>• Collaborate with vendors to manage outsourced services and ensure project deliverables.<br>• Develop, implement, and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity processes, participating actively in related exercises.<br>• Work closely with network, systems, and applications teams to support server hardware, software, and applications.<br>• Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures, maintaining system integrity.<br>• Plan and execute preventive maintenance, including software and hardware upgrades, patch management, and firmware updates.<br>• Monitor and report on information security metrics, addressing vulnerabilities and compliance issues.<br>• Stay informed on changes in IT security regulations and industry developments.<br>• Provide occasional on-call support for infrastructure needs and travel as required.
We are looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join our team on a long-term contract basis. Based in Houston, Texas, this role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge data technologies, design scalable solutions, and contribute to data-driven decision-making processes. If you are passionate about optimizing data systems and driving innovation, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop, maintain, and optimize scalable data pipelines using Apache Spark and Python.<br>• Implement ETL processes to ensure seamless extraction, transformation, and loading of data across systems.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Apache Hadoop and Apache Kafka into the data architecture.<br>• Monitor and troubleshoot data systems to ensure reliability and performance.<br>• Design and maintain data models, ensuring alignment with business requirements.<br>• Conduct thorough testing and validation of data processes to guarantee accuracy.<br>• Document data workflows and processes for future reference and team collaboration.<br>• Provide technical guidance and support to team members on data engineering best practices.<br>• Stay current on emerging technologies and trends in big data and analytics.<br>• Contribute to improving data governance and security protocols.
<p>We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and analytics solutions that support enterprise reporting and advanced dashboards. This role will work with cross‑cloud data sources, including SAP, GCP, and BigQuery, and partner closely with analytics and business teams to deliver high‑quality, analytics‑ready datasets powering BI and AI initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Design, build, and maintain data pipelines following <strong>Medallion Architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold)</strong> best practices.</li><li>Develop and support ETL processes pulling data from <strong>SAP, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and BigQuery</strong>.</li><li>Ensure high data quality, reliability, and performance across ingestion and transformation layers.</li><li>Support analytics and visualization teams by delivering clean, well‑modeled datasets for:</li><li><strong>Power BI dashboards using DAX</strong></li><li><strong>Google Looker dashboards using LookML</strong></li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into scalable data models.</li><li>Maintain documentation on data sources, transformations, and architecture.</li><li>Support AI and API‑driven initiatives, including planned usage of <strong>Google ADK for API integrations</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing data solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and mentor other developers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement scalable data solutions using tools such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, and Kafka.<br>• Build and maintain efficient ETL processes to ensure seamless data transformation and integration.<br>• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.<br>• Optimize and troubleshoot complex data workflows to enhance performance and reliability.<br>• Lead technical discussions and provide architectural guidance for best practices and development standards.<br>• Mentor entry level developers and conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables.<br>• Integrate data solutions with existing systems and third-party tools using APIs and cloud platforms.<br>• Stay updated with the latest data engineering technologies and proactively recommend improvements.<br>• Work within Agile/Scrum teams to deliver solutions aligned with user stories and project goals.<br>• Ensure compliance with security and quality standards through thorough documentation and testing.
We are looking for a highly skilled Data Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas. This Contract to permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge data solutions and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and a passion for creating efficient and scalable data systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement scalable data architectures to support business needs and analytics requirements.<br>• Develop and optimize ETL pipelines for data extraction, transformation, and loading across diverse data sources.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.<br>• Utilize tools such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, and Kafka to manage large-scale data processing and real-time streaming.<br>• Ensure data quality and security by implementing best practices and conducting thorough testing.<br>• Develop and maintain technical documentation related to system design, development processes, and operational workflows.<br>• Work with Agile teams to deliver solutions efficiently while actively participating in sprints and ceremonies.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing data systems to maintain optimal performance.<br>• Provide guidance and conduct code reviews for entry level team members.<br>• Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend improvements to enhance data engineering practices.
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and systems that support critical business operations within the manufacturing industry. Your expertise in data engineering technologies and frameworks will be key to ensuring efficient data processing and integration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop, optimize, and maintain scalable data pipelines to process large datasets efficiently.<br>• Implement ETL processes to extract, transform, and load data from various sources into centralized systems.<br>• Leverage Apache Spark, Hadoop, and Kafka to design solutions for real-time and batch data processing.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and translate them into technical solutions.<br>• Monitor and troubleshoot data systems to ensure reliability and performance.<br>• Document data workflows and processes to ensure clarity and maintainability.<br>• Conduct testing and validation of data systems to ensure accuracy and quality.<br>• Apply Python programming to automate data tasks and streamline workflows.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to propose innovative solutions.<br>• Ensure compliance with data security and privacy standards in all engineering efforts.
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in data processing and analytics within the dynamic energy and natural resources industry. You will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing data solutions to support critical business operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines using Apache Spark, Python, and ETL processes.<br>• Design and implement data storage solutions utilizing Apache Hadoop for efficient data management.<br>• Build real-time data streaming architectures with Apache Kafka to support operational needs.<br>• Optimize data workflows to ensure high performance and reliability across systems.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.<br>• Perform data quality checks and validation to ensure accuracy and consistency of datasets.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to data processing and integration.<br>• Document processes and workflows to ensure knowledge sharing and operational transparency.<br>• Monitor and improve system performance, ensuring the infrastructure meets business demands.
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will design, build, and manage data pipelines and systems to support business operations and decision-making processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies within the energy and natural resources sector.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines to efficiently process large volumes of data.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design data solutions that meet business needs.<br>• Implement and optimize ETL processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data flows.<br>• Utilize technologies such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, and Kafka to manage and process data streams.<br>• Monitor and troubleshoot data systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.<br>• Perform data integration from multiple sources to create unified datasets for analysis.<br>• Ensure data security and compliance with organizational and industry standards.<br>• Continuously evaluate and adopt new tools and technologies to enhance data engineering practices.<br>• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to entry-level team members as needed.
We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to join our team in Houston, Texas. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to work in the manufacturing industry, leveraging your expertise in data processing and engineering. You will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing data solutions to support critical business operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines using tools such as Apache Spark and Python.<br>• Design efficient ETL processes to extract, transform, and load data from various sources.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver actionable insights.<br>• Implement and manage big data solutions using Apache Hadoop and Apache Kafka.<br>• Monitor and optimize the performance of data systems to ensure reliability and scalability.<br>• Ensure data quality and integrity through rigorous testing and validation processes.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data pipelines and infrastructure.<br>• Maintain documentation for data workflows and processes to ensure clarity and consistency.<br>• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in data engineering to continuously improve systems.
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Configure, deploy, and support enterprise network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless controllers, access points, and SAN technologies</li><li>Administer and support both physical and virtual server environments</li><li>Configure and manage enterprise‑grade firewalls, including routing, VPNs, encryption, and security policies following industry best practices</li><li>Monitor network performance and availability using tools such as SolarWinds, Servers Alive, and FortiCloud</li><li>Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and issue resolution across complex Layer 2/3 and physical network topologies</li><li>Apply firmware updates, security patches, and system upgrades to critical infrastructure</li><li>Develop and maintain detailed documentation related to network topology, configurations, changes, patching, and service records</li><li>Evaluate network architecture and performance impacts to applications and end‑user experience</li><li>Collaborate with vendors and service providers, documenting findings, recommendations, and resolutions</li><li>Ensure compliance with data confidentiality policies and applicable state and federal regulations</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Remote Oracle Cloud Database Administrator to join our team in Texas, must be able to go onsite in Houston or Dallas market. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, securing, and optimizing Oracle Exadata systems across on-premises and cloud environments. Your expertise in database architecture, advanced security measures, and performance tuning will ensure the seamless operation and protection of mission-critical systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and maintain Oracle Exadata systems, including storage, compute nodes, and networks across both on-premises and cloud environments.</p><p>• Implement advanced security protocols such as encryption, access controls, and auditing to safeguard database environments.</p><p>• Perform installations, configurations, patching, and upgrades of Exadata software and firmware with minimal disruption.</p><p>• Monitor database performance, identify and resolve issues proactively, and optimize systems for peak efficiency.</p><p>• Develop and execute comprehensive backup and recovery plans to support business continuity and disaster recovery.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address database-related requirements while ensuring compliance and security standards.</p><p>• Automate routine database administration and security processes using scripting languages to enhance efficiency.</p><p>• Participate in capacity planning and disaster recovery exercises, focusing on secure architecture and compliance.</p><p>• Provide 24/7 production support, including handling urgent incidents related to database performance or security.</p>
<p>Data Analyst – Enterprise Data & Metadata</p><p>Location: Houston, TX 77002</p><p>Work Arrangement: Onsite</p><p>Schedule: 1st Shift, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM</p><p><br></p><p>Position Overview</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a Data Analyst to support enterprise data initiatives with a strong focus on data understanding, data mapping, and metadata management. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, data engineers, and architects to document data flows, define source‑to‑target mappings, and curate high‑quality metadata using Atlan with Snowflake as the core data platform.</p><p>The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, analytically strong, and excels at translating complex data structures into clear, trusted documentation. Success in this role directly improves data transparency, governance readiness, and self‑service analytics across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Data Mapping & Documentation</p><ul><li>Create and maintain source‑to‑target mappings, data flow diagrams, and transformation logic for Snowflake data assets.</li><li>Analyze source systems and Snowflake tables to document lineage, relationships, and dependencies.</li><li>Partner with data engineers and architects to validate mappings and align with Snowflake data models.</li></ul><p>Metadata Management & Atlan</p><ul><li>Publish and maintain data assets, schemas, tables, columns, and glossary terms in Atlan.</li><li>Document business definitions, ownership, freshness, and usage guidance.</li><li>Curate trusted data catalogs to support governance and self‑service discovery.</li><li>Ensure metadata accuracy, completeness, and consistency across platforms.</li></ul><p>Data Analysis & Validation</p><ul><li>Use Snowflake SQL to analyze datasets for completeness, structure, and quality.</li><li>Validate data transformations and downstream usage against documented mappings.</li><li>Support impact analysis by identifying affected assets using lineage and metadata.</li></ul><p>Collaboration & Enablement</p><ul><li>Act as a bridge between business, engineering, and governance teams.</li><li>Support governance, observability, and audit readiness through strong documentation.</li><li>Contribute to standards and best practices for enterprise data documentation.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a talented and motivated Python Data Engineer to join our global team. In this role, you will be instrumental in expanding and optimizing our data assets to enhance analytical capabilities across the organization. You will collaborate closely with traders, analysts, researchers, and data scientists to gather requirements and deliver scalable data solutions that support critical business functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop modular and reusable Python components to connect external data sources with internal systems and databases.</li><li>Work directly with business stakeholders to translate analytical requirements into technical implementations.</li><li>Ensure the integrity and maintainability of the central Python codebase by adhering to existing design standards and best practices.</li><li>Maintain and improve the in-house Python ETL toolkit, contributing to the standardization and consolidation of data engineering workflows.</li><li>Partner with global team members to ensure efficient coordination and delivery.</li><li>Actively participate in internal Python development community and support ongoing business development initiatives with technical expertise.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Lead Data Engineer to oversee the design, implementation, and management of advanced data infrastructure in Houston, Texas. This role requires expertise in architecting scalable solutions, optimizing data pipelines, and ensuring data quality to support analytics, machine learning, and real-time processing. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Lakehouse architecture and Medallion design principles to deliver robust and governed data solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement scalable data pipelines to ingest, process, and store large datasets using tools such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, and Kafka.<br>• Utilize cloud platforms like AWS or Azure to manage data storage and processing, leveraging services such as S3, Lambda, and Azure Data Lake.<br>• Design and operationalize data architecture following Medallion patterns to ensure data usability and quality across Bronze, Silver, and Gold layers.<br>• Build and optimize data models and storage solutions, including Databricks Lakehouses, to support analytical and operational needs.<br>• Automate data workflows using tools like Apache Airflow and Fivetran to streamline integration and improve efficiency.<br>• Lead initiatives to establish best practices in data management, facilitating knowledge sharing and collaboration across technical and business teams.<br>• Collaborate with data scientists to provide infrastructure and tools for complex analytical models, using programming languages like Python or R.<br>• Implement and enforce data governance policies, including encryption, masking, and access controls, within cloud environments.<br>• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines for performance issues, applying tuning techniques to enhance throughput and reliability.<br>• Stay updated with emerging technologies in data engineering and advocate for improvements to the organization's data systems.
We are looking for a meticulous Payroll Administrator to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in ensuring payroll processes are executed accurately and efficiently, while adhering to relevant regulations and company policies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with expertise in payroll systems and multi-state payroll management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Address employee inquiries related to payroll matters, including expense reimbursements as applicable.<br>• Generate and provide payroll and financial reports, such as general ledger data, while responding to internal requests.<br>• Stay informed about local laws and regulations affecting payroll, benefits, and expense management.<br>• Oversee the entire payroll process, including documentation, accurate entries, deductions, tax reporting, and timely payments.<br>• Communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders to ensure clarity and resolution of payroll-related issues.<br>• Maintain a highly organized workflow to independently meet deadlines and manage payroll operations efficiently.<br>• Apply strong knowledge of payroll regulations and experience with payroll, benefits, and HR systems to improve processes.<br>• Utilize advanced numeracy skills and proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications to support payroll activities.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will manage multi-state payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while handling high-volume payroll tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process multi-state payrolls across various pay cycles with precision and efficiency.</p><p>• Handle high-volume payroll transactions, ensuring timely and accurate completion.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and promptly resolve any identified issues.</p><p>• Manage the calculation and processing of bonuses, commissions, and other special payments.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</p><p>• Maintain and update employee payroll records in ADP Workforce Now.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to address payroll-related inquiries and concerns.</p><p>• Generate and review payroll reports to identify trends and ensure data accuracy.</p><p>• Stay updated on payroll laws and best practices to ensure organizational compliance.</p><p>Hybrid position - 4 days in office and 1 from home</p>
<p>The individual in this position will handle daily support practices, incident support, projects, etc. and provide feedback to the technical and leadership teams. Network Engineers install and maintain network & telecom infrastructure, collect network performance data, and resolve network issues in collaboration with vendors, and IT teams. They work at organizations' centralized network operations or data centers. It is expected that the candidate has demonstrated historical competency in networking while also has the technical aptitude to progress towards cross disciplinary technology operations support.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>• Provide Tier 3 Technical Support.</p><p>• Occasional travel (primarily day travel by automobile) to branch sites within a region to address technical needs.</p><p>• Resolve incidents by thorough troubleshooting delivering data-driven options utilizing the OSI model.</p><p>• Execute or implement changes and infrastructure requests.</p><p>• Install and configure network & telecom hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, cubes, Adtrans.</p><p>• Monitor network performance to identify and resolve issues promptly.</p><p>• Maintain network security by implementing security measures and protocols per the Bank’s standards.</p><p>• Manage network backup and recovery processes to ensure data integrity and availability.</p><p>• Perform regular maintenance and updates on network & telecom systems to ensure optimal performance.</p><p>• Troubleshoot and provide client support for technology and infrastructure issues.</p><p>• Document and update incident technical details into service desk ticketing system.</p><p>• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, changes, and inventory.</p><p>• Generate regular reports on network performance, security incidents, and usage statistics.</p><p>• Communicate with key stakeholders to provide frequent status updates regarding technical issues and status of the remediation efforts.</p><p>• Execution of standard operational processes which involve technology and client interfaces.</p><p>• Perform all triage functions</p><p>• Extensive in-depth familiarity with Cisco IOS, UCS, UCM, UCCX, CER and monitoring platforms</p><p>• Perform hardware replacements</p><p>• Troubleshoot software or configuration related issues</p><p>• Adhere to operating procedures</p><p>• Identify and remediate possible major impacting events within the network</p><p>• Work with vendors across the technology to provide the highest possible uptime rate of network services</p><p>• Quickly identify the layer 1 and 2 connections to an IP address</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and support Windows-based infrastructure, including servers, storage, operating systems, and applications, ensuring performance, availability, and recoverability</li><li>Design, deploy, and maintain Windows Server services (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPO, IIS, RDS, file/print)</li><li>Lead server lifecycle activities including upgrades, migrations, virtualization, and cloud integrations</li><li>Troubleshoot escalated Tier 2/3 system and infrastructure issues</li><li>Monitor system performance, security, and capacity; recommend improvements and required hardware/software changes</li><li>Manage backups, disaster recovery, and system restoration efforts</li><li>Oversee Microsoft SQL Server environments including backups, patching, and performance tuning</li><li>Collaborate with vendors and third-party partners as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Systems Administrator to oversee and enhance critical project cost systems for large-scale export initiatives. This position involves close collaboration with the Project Controls team to ensure optimal configuration, administration, and performance of EcoSys and associated applications. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining system integrity, supporting end-users, and driving efficient project cost management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Configure and administer EcoSys modules, workflows, and settings within production and non-production environments.<br>• Manage user provisioning and permissions based on least-privilege principles, ensuring secure access aligned with contracts and funding structures.<br>• Convert business requirements into effective technical solutions and functional system enhancements.<br>• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with vendors to resolve technical challenges.<br>• Implement system upgrades while adhering to established IT change management protocols.<br>• Develop and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to support business operations.<br>• Integrate EcoSys with other organizational platforms, maintaining smooth data flow and functionality.<br>• Support customized configurations within EcoSys to meet specific contract module requirements.<br>• Conduct advanced data analysis to assist project cost control teams and optimize system usage.<br>• Manage and update master data, including organizational structures, contract lines, and security groups.