Database Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

RGi is seeking a Database Engineer with experience in database performance optimization, configuration management, and performance testing to support our ongoing efforts to improve and maintain efficient database systems. You will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our databases, helping us to identify inefficiencies, optimize configurations, and introduce performance testing practices to prevent regressions. Reinventing Geospatial (RGi) is a leading geospatial expert working with Defense, Intelligence, and Federal clients to achieve mission success and solutions for varied mission-critical programs. Projects at RGi span a wide range of software and analytical methodologies and lie at the intersection of software development and geospatial intelligence. We work with soldiers and geospatial analysts to produce solutions that allow them to develop better situational understanding of complex operational pictures. We do everything from data collection to UI/UX development and advanced deep learning, using a broad toolset including Python, C#, and ArcGIS. Our projects include cutting-edge R&D efforts, as well as large mission programs incorporating data processing/optimization, data dissemination techniques, visualization, and collaboration across the commercial and government sectors. Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with an ability to obtain SCI access and willingness to obtain CI Polygraph US Citizenship required As a Database Engineer you will Optimize database performance by identifying and resolving inefficiencies.
Ensure database configurations are properly managed through configuration management (CM) practices.
Implement and manage performance testing tools, such as JMeter or alternatives, to prevent performance regressions.
Collaborate with software and system engineers to ensure optimal integration and performance of the database systems.
Support proactive database performance monitoring and troubleshooting. Database Engineer Qualifications: Must have a current/active TS/SCI and be willing and able to pass a CI Polygraph.
Ability to work in both classified and unclassified environments on location 5 days a week in Herndon VA.
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related discipline (4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree).
5+ years of experience in database engineering, database performance optimization, and configuration management. Strong understanding of database technologies and systems.
Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or similar alternatives.
Experience with version control systems for managing database configurations.
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, Postgres, Mongo databases, Liquibase and SQL queries
Experience with Java, SpringBoot, and Hibernate Additional Skills We'd Like to See: Experience with automated testing.
Proficient in identifying database inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
Understanding of regression testing and performance monitoring tools. Who we are:
Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. (RGi) is a fast-paced small business that has the environment and culture of a start-up, with the stability and benefits of a well-established firm. We solve complex problems within geospatial software development and national defense to make an Immediate Impact for our nation's soldiers and analysts. We pride ourselves on giving employees an exceptional life experience, where creativity thrives, and challenges are simply part of the fun. We provide truly excellent benefits, including: • 100% paid employee healthcare & dental insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with matching
• Escalating vacation time
• Referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development training
• Free beverages and snacks
• Weekly catered lunches and breakfast on Fridays Grow to be our next leader:
At RGi, fostering a strong and organic corporate culture is paramount and serves as a compass on the decisions we make and how we operate the company. We believe our culture of camaraderie, innovation, and collaboration reflects the caliber of our employees and their dedication to the mission of providing quality software to our customers. As such, we want our employees to feel empowered to seek growth and leadership opportunities within the company and position us to maintain our culture as we grow. RGi provides opportunities, resources, training, and mentorship to all our employees to let them take control of their careers and become a leader or a crucial member of our company. If this is what you are looking for in a company, then you are what we are looking for in an employee. Reinventing Geospatial, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions.

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