Senior Database Engineer

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is on the lookout for an exceptional Senior Database Engineer to join our team!

Department: Veterans Affairs (VA)

Type: Full Time

Min. Experience: Experienced

Security Clearance Level: Public Trust (MBI)

We highly encourage military veterans to apply!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee robust database management systems, ensuring adherence to standards, requirements, and quality assurance protocols for database deliverables.
• Collaborate with clients to transform business needs into accurate logical models that represent the flow of data effectively.
• Create and maintain database frameworks that convert logical models into physical models, including schema creation, screen designs, table structures, and report generation.
• Provide recommendations to enhance operational efficiency, address storage requirements, evaluate vendor software updates, and enforce data governance.
• Engage in quality assurance initiatives and develop application code for client-server environments.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience with complex database systems and data warehousing solutions.
• Expertise in database design, architecture, and data modeling.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL programming and query optimization techniques.
• Strong familiarity with database management systems such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
• Experience in tuning, indexing, and optimizing database queries.
• Ability to write and troubleshoot intricate SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
• Understanding of Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes and tools (e.g., SSIS, Informatica, Talend).
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and backup/recovery processes.
• Experience with database security, user roles, and managing permissions.
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation tasks.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality output.
• Effective time management and multitasking skills.
• Deep understanding of business processes and requirements gathering.
• Mentoring experience for junior developers is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eight (8) or more years of professional experience in SQL development and database management.
• Experience with Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) Medical Claims.
• Familiarity with T-SQL within a high-paced DevOps environment.
• Experience with remote U.S.-based teams.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of cloud database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. Applicants selected will undergo a government security investigation and must meet eligibility for access to classified information.

Note: SSG is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diverse candidates. Your application must clearly reflect the qualifications required; inconsistencies may lead to disqualification. All interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams, and your camera must be on.