What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Engineer III position at Altus Technology Solutions LLC?
Location: Hanover, MD
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Clearance: Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph is required
Certification: DoD 8570 Compliance Security CE (Required)
Education: Bachelors degree in a technical discipline OR five (5) additional years of DBE experience in lieu of a degree
Years of Experience: 10 years of DBE experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Salary: $180,000 - $185,000
Description
At Altus Technology Solutions, we are looking for experienced Database Engineers to support mission-critical operations for government programs. Our team enhances national security initiatives, optimizing data infrastructure to ensure peak performance and security.
If you thrive in high-impact environments and want to be part of a skilled team shaping critical projects, wed love to have you on board!
In this role, you will be a key technical expert driving database performance, security, and efficiency. From design and implementation to optimization and maintenance, you will support full lifecycle database management across enterprise IT systems.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide technical expertise in database design, development, implementation, information storage, and retrieval.
- Develop relational and/or object-oriented databases, database parser software, and database loading software.
- Support system improvements, optimization, and maintenance efforts.
- Develop database structures that align with system architecture while balancing data volume, user load, distribution, response times, security, and domain controls.
- Translate project requirements into database schemas, including the creation of ad hoc queries, scripts, macros, and complex systems using Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) and cloud storage methodologies.
- Provide recommendations for system design and data organization throughout project lifecycle.
- Conduct analysis and evaluation to enhance database performance, scalability, and security.
Qualifications
- Active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph is required
- 10 years of experience as a Database Engineer (DBE) on projects of similar scope, type, and complexity.
- Bachelors degree in a technical field OR five (5) additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- DoD 8570 Compliance Security CE
- Experience in database development, parser software, and database loading software.
- Knowledge of cloud storage methodologies and data manipulation techniques.
Specialized Experience
- Support database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow, and analysis.
- Support analysis and evaluation of system improvements, optimization, and maintenance.
- Assist in developing short-term and long-term database administration and design requirements.
- Assist in developing database parser and loading software.
- Translate requirements into usable database schemas, including ad hoc queries, scripts, and macros.
- Develop database structures that integrate into larger system architectures.
- Lead efforts to create complex database systems using queries, tables, ODBC, and cloud-based storage solutions.
- Provide direct support for database structure development, balancing security, scalability, and user accessibility.
About Altus
Since 2004, Altus Technology Solutions has been committed to providing top-quality, performance-driven services to both government and commercial clients. As an ISO 9001:2015 Certified firm, Altus integrates proven solutions with industry-leading practices to tackle mission-critical challenges.
Learn more at www.Altusts.com.
Pay and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Income protection through short- and long-term disability insurance
- Education assistance for professional growth
- Flexible paid leave and career advancement opportunities
Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment
Altus Technology Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. As a federal contractor, we are committed to hiring and retaining a workforce that includes individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact recruiting@altusts.com.
Protecting Your Information
We never request payment or personal banking details during the hiring process. If you encounter suspicious emails, contact us at support@altusts.com immediately.
Join Us!
Are you ready to take on high-stakes database challenges in a mission-driven environment? Apply today and be part of something bigger.
Salary : $180,000 - $185,000
