Database Engineer

3 weeks ago


Washington, United States GDIT Full time
Job Description:

Database Engineer (Principal )

Seeking an experienced PostgreSQL Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead our database team. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in database administration, architecture, and PostgreSQL development. The SME will be responsible for ensuring the performance, integrity, and security of the unit’s PostgreSQL databases.
 
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Design and implement database architectures that support business requirements and achieve high performance, availability, and security.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of PostgreSQL databases.
• Conduct performance tuning of database systems, including queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies.
• Develop and implement database backup, recovery, and failover procedures.
• Assist in the design and development of data models and database solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database code in application layers.
• Provide guidance on database best practices to IT staff and other stakeholders.
• Ensure database infrastructure is up-to-date with the latest technology trends and security patches.
• Develop and maintain documentation regarding database configurations, architectures, and procedures.
• Serve as the point of contact for database-related queries and technical support. 



WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.


● Required Experience: 10+ years of related experience


● Required Technical Skills:

• Strong expertise in PostgreSQL database administration, tuning, management, and security.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with PL/pgSQL or similar procedural language.
• Familiarity with database design, documentation, and coding.
• Previous experience with Linux/Unix and scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl.
• Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery options for PostgreSQL.
• Good understanding of hardware performance, memory and I/O.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills. 


● Security Clearance Level: TS


● Required Skills and Abilities:

Strong expertise in PostgreSQL database administration, tuning, management, and security.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with PL/pgSQL or similar procedural language.
• Familiarity with database design, documentation, and coding.
• Previous experience with Linux/Unix and scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl.
• Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery options for PostgreSQL.
• Good understanding of hardware performance, memory and I/O.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills. 


● Preferred Skills:

PostgreSQL certification (e.g., PostgreSQL Certified Engineer).
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, OCI) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with other database systems (e.g. Oracle and MSSQL

Location: onsite
●**US Citizenship Required -

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA DC Washington



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