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 Data Platform Engineer

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