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 • Wellpass, JobRad, and much more.. SYSTABUILD is building a shared cloud and platform foundation for a group of leading software companies in the construction, CAD and ERP domain. As a Platform Database Engineer focusing on NoSQL and Graph Databases , you will play a key role in evolving our data platform capabilities beyond traditional relational models. You will work closely with backend and product teams to design, migrate, and operate scalable NoSQL and graph-based data solutions that support complex domain relationships and high-performance workloads. You will be part of the Platform Engineering Team, developing backend-focused platform services and enabling multiple product teams across the group. Originally posted on Himalayas