Database Engineering, Advisor

Peraton

1d•Remote

About The Position

Peraton is hiring a full-time Database Engineer to support critical missions within Peraton's Risk Decision Group. This role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing database solutions, ETL pipelines, and reporting frameworks to support mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and a strong background in data integration, performance tuning, and governance. This position will be 100% remote.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required
Must be able to obtain and maintain a T5 adjudication or Top Secret eligible clearance
Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
Microsoft SQL Server expertise (on-prem and/or AWS, Azure)
Advanced T-SQL development and complex query design (CTEs, window functions, temp tables)
Experience with Visual Studio / SSDT and source control-driven database development
Strong background in ETL design and maintenance using SSIS, including incremental loads and CDC patterns
Proficiency in SSRS report development, parameterized reports, and performance troubleshooting
Knowledge of data integrity enforcement, transaction management, and metadata documentation
Hands-on experience with performance tuning, execution plan analysis, index optimization, and resource contention resolution
Familiarity with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and release/deployment workflows
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
Ability to translate business needs into performant database solutions
Strong collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams
Clear documentation and communication in fast-paced environments

Nice To Haves

DBA skills: SQL Server installation, configuration, backup/recovery strategies, HA/DR concepts, and security management
Experience with Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW)
Familiarity with Python, especially for ETL workflows
Scripting skills (PowerShell) for automation
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for database deployment

Responsibilities

Design and implement relational database schemas and data models for OLTP and reporting systems.
Develop advanced T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, views, and triggers.
Build and maintain ETL pipelines using SSIS, ensuring robust error handling and performance optimization.
Support reporting and analytics through SSRS development and dataset design.
Enforce data integrity, validation, and governance standards across systems.
Conduct proactive performance tuning and database performance analysis using tools like SolarWinds DPA.
Collaborate with developers, analysts, and operations teams to translate business requirements into scalable database solutions.
Document processes, data lineage, and technical specifications for transparency and compliance.