Design, administer, and optimize PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server databases in on-premises and cloud environments
Manage Kubernetes clusters and support containerized database and application operations
Administer CI/CD pipelines and automation supporting database and application delivery
Perform database performance tuning, backups, replication, and recovery
Enforce access controls, auditing, governance, and retention policies
Manage schemas, indexes, stored procedures, and permissions
Develop SQL queries and reporting logic; support Power BI reporting needs
Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborative delivery activities
Support production operations with urgency and operational discipline
Communicate technical risks, issues, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders
Build and maintain strong customer trust through technical expertise, responsiveness, and reliability.

Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or related field, is preferred; relevant experience may substitute
Certification meeting DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+ or GSEC, or higher)
Certification for database platform (e.g., DP-300, Oracle OCP, or equivalent)
5+ years of experience as a database administrator or engineer
Experience designing, implementing, managing, and tuning PostgreSQL databases in enterprise environments
Experience ensuring database performance, availability, and reliability, including capacity planning and performance tuning
Experience implementing and managing database security controls, including access management and auditing
Experience performing database backups, recovery, and restore operations, including support for high-availability configurations
Experience with distributed PostgreSQL solutions (e.g., pgEdge or similar)
Ability to contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up in a mission-critical operational environment.

Senior PostgreSQL Database Engineer

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