Sr. Database Engineer - Mead, United States - Marathon TS

Description

Job Overview

Marathon TS is looking for a Senior level Database Engineer to provide support to our Federal customer out of Washington, DC.

The Senior Database Engineer will be responsible for ensuring performance, integrity, and security of the unit;s PostgreSQL databases.
Job Overview

Marathon TS is looking for a Senior level Database Engineer to provide support to our Federal customer out of Washington, DC.

The Senior Database Engineer will be responsible for ensuring performance, integrity, and security of the unit;s PostgreSQL databases.

We are looking for a an Engineer with a strong background in PostgreSQL to be the technical lead for the database team.

The ideal candidate would have a robust background in database administration, architecture, and PostgreSQLdevelopment.

Core Responsibilities (to include but not limited to)

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.

Requirements

Active Top-Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI

A Counter Intelligence Polygraph is required after start

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Strong expertise in PostgreSQL database administration, tuning, management, and security.

Proficiency in SQL and experience with PL/SQL 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 Additional Skills And Qualifications

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)

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Marathon TS is committed to the development of a creative, diverse and inclusive work environment.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Marathon TS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

Marathon TS does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status").

Company information
Marathon TS provides winning IT solutions for government and industry as a WBENC Certified Woman-Owned Small Business. We were founded in 2009 by IT professionals with a proven record of success in building IT services companies.

Marathon TS provides digital solutions in cloud, mobile, big data, IoT, cybersecurity, and advanced analytics through user-centric designs driven by Agile (SAFe) methodologies and DevSecOps best practices.

We also provide scalable support through our network of experts who specialist in specific technical or subject matter disciplines.
As a Prime Contractor, we have successfully provided services to the U.S.

Federal Government, including the Intelligence Community, the Department of State, the Department of Energy, the Defense Health Agency, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as the U.S.

Air Force and U.S. Navy. Private sector clients include IBM, Lockheed Martin, Booz Allen Hamilton, BAE Systems, Leidos, and more.

Marathon's success depends on building and maintaining strong relationships with our clients that are based on mutual trust, responsiveness, accountability, and customer satisfaction.

Our goal is to understand our clients business as well as we understand our own. It is our responsibility to know our clients industry and the business challenges they face.
Financial Services, Computer Software, Telecommunications, Information Technology and Services, Healthcare, Information Technology & Services, Management Consulting, Human Resources, Staffing and Recruiting, Outsourcing/Offshoring
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Company Specialties:
Consulting Services, Digital Solutions, Business & Advanced Analytics, Systems Engineering & Integration, Cybersecurity, Woman-owned, Small Business, Sustainment, Agile, and Staffing

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