Database Engineer

IBR•Suitland, MD

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Imagine Believe Realize, LLC (IBR) is seeking a Database Engineer to support a mission-critical environment that relies heavily on Oracle databases while modernizing toward PostgreSQL. The role centers on Oracle database administration, data migration, scripting, and support for application teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive in a fast-paced environment, experienced with enterprise data workflows and ETL, familiar with Oracle APEX, and comfortable with structured change-management practices. The position is hybrid-remote and requires the ability to work onsite as needed for program execution in Suitland, Maryland. Standard business hours align with the Eastern Time Zone, and flexible scheduling options are available. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance issued by the United States Census Bureau; U.S. citizenship is required for eligibility. The role is full-time and requires at least three years of professional Oracle DBA experience in production environments and a bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field. The stated annual salary range is $90,000–$125,000. The work is primarily sedentary in a workplace and/or home-office environment, with occasional lifting and carrying of up to 20 pounds and possible travel to client sites or meetings.

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional Oracle DBA experience in production environments.
Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for eligibility.
Oracle DBA experience with installation, configuration, patching, backup and recovery, monitoring, and performance tuning.
Hands-on Oracle APEX experience.
Strong scripting skills with Shell, Python, and/or PowerShell.
Experience with version control and structured configuration management processes using Git-based workflows.
Direct ETL and data migration experience.
Experience supporting or participating in Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migration efforts.
Excellent attention to detail and responsiveness in day-to-day operations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work onsite as needed in Suitland, Maryland.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting financial systems or financial data workflows.
Familiarity with PostgreSQL administration or application support.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
Experience operating in cloud or hybrid on-premises/cloud environments; AWS is preferred.
Relevant database or cloud certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform Oracle DBA tasks, including installation, configuration, patching, backup and recovery, monitoring, and performance tuning.
Support and maintain Oracle APEX environments, including basic development or troubleshooting to optimize pages, components, forms, and interactive reports.
Develop and maintain Shell, Python, PowerShell, or other scripts to automate operational tasks, improve reliability, and assist with deployments.
Follow version control and configuration management practices using Git-based workflows.
Execute ETL and data migration tasks, including migrations from BASS and related systems.
Assist with Oracle-to-PostgreSQL modernization, including data model conversion and migration activities.
Collaborate with application teams, analysts, and DevOps to maintain stable, high-quality database environments.
Create and maintain accurate documentation, SOPs, and operational runbooks.
Follow security and compliance best practices for database access, auditing, and data handling.
Maintain procedural and technical documentation in shared knowledge platforms.

Benefits

Nationwide medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of paid time off and 11 paid federal holidays.
401(k) matching.
Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability at no cost to employees.
Supplemental insurance options.
Flexible spending accounts and dependent care spending accounts.
Wellness incentives.
Reimbursement for professional development and certifications.
Training assistance opportunities to support career growth and progression.
Hybrid and remote work opportunities.
Flexible scheduling options.