Database Engineer

Help Shape Data-Driven Solutions with ImpactWe're hiring a skilled Database Engineer (DBE) to support end-to-end database development—from translating raw requirements into usable schema to deploying secure, scalable database systems. If you're passionate about cloud technologies, open-source databases like MongoDB or MariaDB, and working in agile, mission-driven environments, this role is for you.What You’ll DoDesign and build relational or object-oriented databases tailored to evolving system requirements.Develop database parser and loading tools to support efficient data storage, retrieval, and analysis.Support both near-term and long-range goals for database design, architecture, and administration.Balance performance factors like data volumes, user loads, response times, retention rules, and security controls to guide architectural decisions.Lead database efforts across the development lifecycle—from early requirements through system acceptance and Initial Operational Capability (IOC).Translate project needs into structured database schema using ad hoc queries, scripts, and macros.Apply cloud methodologies for data storage and retrieval.What You’ll BringActive TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)Education and experience combinations:Bachelor’s 5 years of relevant experienceAssociate’s 7 yearsHigh School/GED 9 yearsMaster’s 3 yearsDoctoral 2 yearsDegree in English, Journalism, or Technical Writing is preferred—but any discipline is acceptable.Hands-on experience with MongoDB or MariaDBProven skills in:Database deployment, management, and optimization debuggingPerformance scaling and monitoringBonus Points for Experience With:Python, Django, or FlaskREST API developmentMicroservice architecturesSwagger/OpenAPIAWS, C2S, or other cloud platformsDockerIDEs like Visual Studio CodeJSON and/or XML serializationJira, ConfluenceGit for version controlAgile development workflows

Salary : $100,000 - $210,000