Database Engineer

Markon•Fort Meade, MD

1d•$210,000 - $230,000

About The Position

Markon is seeking a Database Engineer 3 to support the Fort Meade customer by designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise database solutions that support mission-critical applications and systems. This role provides technical leadership in database architecture, engineering, and modernization efforts while collaborating with software developers, system engineers, and mission stakeholders to implement scalable, secure, and high-performing data solutions. The role also evaluates emerging technologies and recommends innovative approaches that align with the customer's evolving technical roadmap.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph with this Customer is required
Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline
20+ years of experience performing database administration, database engineering, or database design in support of system engineering, software development, or related technical environments
Experience with one or more of the following database technologies: Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle Database, AWS Aurora and Amazon RDS
Experience developing or supporting RESTful web services
Experience supporting Windows and Linux environments
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience leading technical projects and coordinating cross-functional engineering teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with ArcGIS
Experience with Java, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, or PowerShell
Experience with SharePoint, Power BI, or Tableau
Experience with Docker, cloud-native platforms, or containerized environments
Experience with Atlassian tools, including Jira and Confluence
Experience supporting cloud-based database platforms and enterprise modernization initiatives

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain enterprise database solutions supporting mission-critical applications
Administer and optimize relational databases to ensure performance, availability, and reliability
Enhance existing applications by integrating new database technologies and capabilities
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend database solutions to support current and future mission requirements
Support database architecture, engineering, and modernization initiatives across enterprise environments
Develop and maintain RESTful services supporting database-driven applications
Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and stakeholders to define technical requirements and implement solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve database performance, availability, and integration issues
Lead technical projects and provide guidance to engineering teams as required
Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures