Senior SQL Developer/Database Engineer
Peraton•Colorado Springs, CO
•$104,000 - $166,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The SQL Developer/Database Engineer will support a large-scale federal IT program by designing, developing, and optimizing database structures and SQL logic for mission-critical applications. The role requires strong SQL expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot complex data and performance issues. The employee will collaborate with cross-functional technical teams in an Agile environment and help ensure data integrity, reliability, and scalability across multiple systems. The position is on-site three days per week in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience, a master's degree and 10 years of experience, an associate degree and 14 years of experience, or a high school diploma or equivalent and 16 years of experience.
- Must be a U.S. citizen with an active Secret clearance.
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience developing, writing, and optimizing SQL queries, stored procedures, and database scripts.
- At least 3 years of experience designing, developing, and implementing relational database structures, including tables, schemas, and indexes.
- Experience troubleshooting SQL performance issues, resolving data integrity issues, and supporting database development and optimization.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
- Experience supporting large-scale federal IT programs.
- Familiarity with the SAFe Agile delivery framework.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and database objects for application and reporting needs.
- Analyze and optimize SQL code for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Design and implement database schemas, tables, indexing strategies, and data structures aligned with system requirements.
- Troubleshoot database issues, including performance bottlenecks, data integrity problems, and SQL defects.
- Collaborate with application developers, architects, business analysts, and DevOps teams to refine data requirements and deliver solutions.
- Support data migration, transformation, and integration activities across systems.
- Follow Agile processes, participate in sprint ceremonies, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide on-call or flexible support during weekend or after-hours periods as needed for deployments or system maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with security, data protection, and federal program standards.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Health savings account
- Short- and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Parental leave
- 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
- Company-paid holidays
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
