SQL Database Engineer

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About Our Team

Our employees thrive in a culture that's fast-paced and ego-free, where innovation and collaboration are encouraged at every turn. We are an organization that provides federal agencies instant access to experienced and talented professionals who understand their unique challenges and know the most efficient ways to address them. We are continually investing in resources and talent, so we stay prepared with specialized teams in place who are experts in creating tailored technologies. Our solutions empower Federal organizations to grow, modernize, and succeed in a rapidly evolving landscape.

We value all voices and want to attract talent from all backgrounds. We're on the lookout for individuals who are passionate about technology and thrive in environments where problem-solving is approached with creativity and enthusiasm. If you're someone who enjoys continuously expanding your skill set while tackling real-world business problems, you'll feel right at home with us. Veterans and military spouses are especially encouraged to bring your unique and valuable experience to our team.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and proactive SQL Database Engineer to join our data team. This role is a hybrid of database administration and data engineering, responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and developing SQL Server and AWS MySQL environments. You’ll design and manage data pipelines using SSIS, create reports with SSRS, and ensure secure and high-performance access to critical business data across platforms. By joining our organization, you'll be part of the team to enhance the customer experience and transform VA service delivery! 

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases (on-premises and cloud). 
• Develop, deploy, and support SSIS packages for ETL workflows. 
• Create and maintain reports and dashboards using SSRS. 
• Manage and optimize MySQL databases in AWS (RDS or EC2-based). 
• Automate data integration across SQL Server, AWS MySQL, and third-party systems. 
• Monitor database performance and perform tuning, backups, recovery, and patching. 
• Collaborate with developers and analysts to support data-driven applications and solutions. 
• Ensure security, data integrity, and compliance with IT standards and best practices. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues quickly and effectively. 
• Support data migration and transformation initiatives across environments. 

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in SQL Server database administration and development. 
• Strong experience with SSIS (ETL packages), SSRS (reporting), and T-SQL. 
• Hands-on experience managing MySQL databases on AWS (e.g., RDS). 
• Solid knowledge of performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization. 
• Experience working with big data, or large datasets. 
• Experience with data migration and integration projects. 
• Familiarity with AWS services such as EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, or Lambda is a plus. 
• Familiarity with Azure Databricks, PySpark, and Cockroach DB is a plus. 
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. 

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