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Data Engineer

Fort George G Meade, Maryland, United StatesOnsiteFull Time$90–$130 /hrPosted 2 months ago

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Role summary

A Data Engineer is sought to provide technical expertise in database design, development, implementation, and data analysis. The role involves developing relational and Object-Oriented databases, parser software, and loading software, while projecting long-range requirements for database administration. Responsibilities include designing database structures that align with overall system architecture, considering factors like data volume, user load, response times, and security. The engineer will work from project inception through acceptance testing, translating requirements into usable documents via queries, scripts, and macros, and building complex systems using cloud methodologies. An active Top Secret clearance is required.

This role requires an active Top Secret clearance. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A polygraph may be required depending on contract needs.

Description:

Provides technical expertise for database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis. Develops relational and/or Object-Oriented databases, database parser software, and database loading software. Projects long-range requirements for database administration and design. Responsible for developing a database structure that fits into the overall architecture of the system under development and has to make trades among data volumes, number of users, logical and physical distribution, response times, retention rules, security and domain controls. The Database Engineer works primarily at the front end of the lifecycle-requirements through system acceptance testing and IOC. Develops requirements from a project’s inception to its conclusion for a particular business and IT subject matter area (i.e., simple to complex systems). Assist with recommendations for, and analysis and evaluation of systems improvements, optimization, development, and/or maintenance efforts. Translates a set of requirements and data into a usable document by creating or recreating ad hoc queries, scripts, and macros; updates existing queries, creates new ones to manipulate data into a master file; and builds complex systems using queries, tables, Open Database Connectivity and database storage and retrieval using Cloud methodologies.

Capabilities:

· Lead development of databases, database parser software, and database loading software

· Lead development of database structures that fit into the overall architecture of the system under development

· Develop requirement recommendations from a project’s inception to its conclusion for a particular Business and IT subject matter area (i.e., simple to complex systems)

· Develop a database structure that fits into the overall architecture of the system under development and has to make trends among data volumes, number of users, logical and physical distribution, response times, retention rules, security and domain controls

Qualifications:

Five (5) years of experience. Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional database engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree.

Pay: $90.00 - $130.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Security clearance:

  • Top Secret (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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