Database Engineer

2 Months ago • All levels

Programming

Job Description

SageCor Solutions is seeking a Database Engineer for their operations in Maryland and the Greater Washington D.C. area. This role requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. The primary responsibility is to manage and optimize PostgreSQL databases, including schema design, query tuning, and performance monitoring. Key tasks involve implementing high availability and replication strategies, collaborating with developers on complex queries, automating routine tasks with scripting languages like Bash and Python, and documenting database architecture. The ideal candidate will possess strong SQL skills, proficiency in Linux/Unix environments, and experience with replication, partitioning, and backup strategies. Familiarity with monitoring tools and scripting for automation is also important.

Good To Have:

Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS RDS, GCP Cloud SQL, Azure PostgreSQL)
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines
Exposure to other RDBMS or NoSQL systems

Must Have:

Experience with PostgreSQL and PostGIS
Strong SQL skills
Performance tuning and query optimization
Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments
Experience with replication, partitioning, and backup strategies
Knowledge of scripting languages

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Description

Serving Maryland and the Greater Washington D.C. area, SageCor Solutions (SageCor) is a growing company bringing complete engineering services and true full lifecycle System Engineering services to areas requiring (or desiring) nationally-recognized expertise in high performance computing, large data analytics and cutting edge information technologies.

Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph required.

Description: The candidate shall must have experience with PostgreSQL and PostGIS.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas, indexes, and queries for performance and scalability.
• Monitor and tune database performance using native tools and custom scripts.
• Implement and maintain high availability (HA) and replication strategies.
• Collaborate with developers to refine complex queries and stored procedures.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Document database architecture, processes, and best practices.

Required Qualifications:
• Strong SQL skills and experience with performance tuning and query optimization.
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and CLI tools like psql.
• Experience with logical and physical replication, partitioning, and backup strategies.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., pg_stat_statements, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Knowledge of scripting languages for automation and tooling.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS RDS, GCP Cloud SQL, or Azure Database for PostgreSQL).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible).
• Exposure to other RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, MySQL) or NoSQL systems is a plus.

Consistent with federal and state law where SageCor conducts business, SageCor Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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