Location(s): Charlotte, NC /Plano, TX (Local/Nearby Candidates Preferred)

Employment Type: W2 Only (Open to all Visa Types)

Primary Skills Required

• Teradata Version: 17.20 or higher

• Database Management: Teradata DBA, Cloud Security

• Scripting & Utilities: SQL, TPT, BTEQ, FastLoad, MultiLoad, TPump

• Migration Experience: Teradata to Cloud, including Snowflake or Databricks

• Teradata Advanced Tools: NOS, QueryGrid, Clearscape Analytics

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Roadmap Development

• Evaluate new and existing Teradata platform features.

• Define architectural strategies and integration patterns.

• Lead roadmap planning for upgrades and new capabilities.

• Standards & Proof of Concept

  • Develop and maintain Teradata platform standards.

  • Design and execute Proof of Concepts (PoC) for platform enhancements.

  • Promote and socialize PoC outcomes to stakeholders.

Capability Development & Onboarding

• Create foundational architecture for new initiatives.

• Facilitate onboarding for pilot teams to new database capabilities.

Platform Support

• Provide expert support for troubleshooting and feature im

plementations.

• Work closely with Teradata users and application teams to resolve issues.

Must-Have Experience

• At least 7+ years of experience with Teradata, with hands-on use of version 17.20 or higher.

• Demonstrated background as a Teradata Architect or DBA.

• Strong knowledge in Teradata cloud migration projects.

• Deep expertise in database administration including:

  • Performance tuning

  • Backup/restore (DSA, Data Domain)

  • Role-based access control

  • Upgrade and patch management

Technical Proficiency

• Fluent in SQL and Teradata utilities like TPT, BTEQ, FastLoad, MultiLoad, and TPump.

• Proficient in modern Teradata tools such as NOS, QueryGrid, and Clearscape Analytics.

• Exposure to Snowflake and/or Databricks platforms.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

TopTech Talent is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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