Database Engineer
General Description:
We are seeking a Database Engineer to join our Computational Physics division, where our Data Platform team provides database support services to both software engineers and physicists.
In this role, you will work closely with developers and researchers, maintaining and improving database infrastructure, optimizing queries, and ensuring consistent, scalable data interaction.
Essential Duties:
Maintain and improve database schema
Monitor and tune database performance
Manage data integrity across air-gapped networks
Maintain and improve infrastructure-as-code toolchain
Collaborate with software engineers and researchers to optimize workflows
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to strategic planning
Required Skills:
Relational database schema design
SQL optimization
Microsoft SQL Server or similar RDBMS
MSSQL Data Tier Applications is desired
Python or similar scripting language is desired
SQLAlchemy ORM is desired
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Data Warehousing is desired
CI/CD Pipelines is desired
PowerShell & Bash is desired
Docker is desired
Required Education:
BS in computer science or related filed or equivalent experience + 3-5 years experience
Special Requirements:
This is an on-site position due to the need to work with air-gapped networks and sensitive information. US Citizenship.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance as required.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $120,715 - $150,895 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- FSA
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
- Four-Day Work Week
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Professional Coaching
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program