Database Engineer

Responsibilities

• Create and update database architecture, schemas, tables, and stored procedures
• Generate queries and reports using PostgreSQL tools like pgAdmin, psql, and DataGrip
• Analyze, maintain, and optimize PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL environments for high availability
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks and optimize SQL queries
• Manage and improve legacy and Platform as a Service (PaaS) databases
• Monitor systems for availability, mirroring, replication, and failover
• Support advanced PostgreSQL features including JSON, full-text search, and PostGIS
• Restore databases from backups and support disaster recovery activities
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and IT teams to troubleshoot database issues

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Strong proficiency in database administration and performance tuning
• Extensive hands-on experience with AWS and Azure
• Experience with automation tools and scripting (CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible, Python)
• Experience with data migration, backup, and disaster recovery strategies
• Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD practices
• Must reside within the continental US

Preferred Qualifications

• MongoDB, AWS, or Azure certifications
• Experience in SAFe/Agile Software Development
• Experience in multi-stakeholder and DevSecOps environments
• Prior government or federal experience
• Ability to obtain a government clearance

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k with Employer Match
• PTO and Federal Holidays
• Corporate Laptop
• Training Opportunities