Cloud Management Systems Computer Scientist
About The Position
JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract (J-Tech II). The Cloud Management Systems Computer Scientist will serve as the technical visionary for designing and leading enterprise data strategy in a cloud environment. The role conducts critical analyses of alternatives and makes data-driven recommendations to guide build-versus-buy decisions for next-generation data manager, mission manager, and user manager systems, ensuring that platforms are scalable, secure, and mission-ready. The position involves designing and implementing cloud database solutions; developing data models, schemas, and data flow diagrams; leading formal technology comparisons; and advising development teams on database performance, security, and scalability. Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Travel to remote company work locations may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline and either two years of related experience or a master’s degree in an associated discipline.
- Experience with computer-based systems and applications.
- Programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks.
- Familiarity with industry-standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques.
- Valid state-issued driver’s license.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Strong Docker, Windows, and Linux skills.
- Hands-on experience with a major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including database services such as RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, Azure SQL, or Cloud Spanner.
- Knowledge of SQL database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server, and NoSQL technologies such as MongoDB, Cassandra, or Redis.
- Experience conducting formal technology trade-off and cost-benefit analyses.
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and provide clear build-versus-buy recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Design and lead enterprise data strategy in a cloud environment.
- Conduct analyses of alternatives and provide data-driven recommendations, including build-versus-buy decisions for data manager, mission manager, and user manager systems.
- Design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available cloud database solutions on platforms such as AWS and Azure.
- Develop and maintain data models, database schemas, and data flow diagrams aligned with architecture standards.
- Lead formal Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs) comparing database technologies, platforms, and vendors.
- Serve as a database systems subject matter expert and guide development teams on performance, security, and scalability best practices.
- Establish and oversee database performance tuning, optimization, security protocols, and monitoring strategies.
- Read, understand, and implement operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements applicable to the role.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance active on Day 1.
- Life insurance.
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Disability insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) plan options with employer match: 50% match, up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
