Software Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology•Indianapolis, IN

2d•$153,000 - $207,000•Remote

About The Position

GDIT is hiring a Software Engineer and Database Modeler to design, develop, and optimize custom enterprise-level applications and data models for mission-critical government work. The role supports Customs and Border Protection’s Revenue Modernization program, which is transforming paper collections processing into modern electronic solutions. The position combines software engineering with database design to deliver scalable, efficient, and high-performing solutions. The engineer designs application components, develops logical and physical data models, and architects and optimizes relational Oracle database models. The role also involves defining APIs and integrations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical designs, tuning database performance, applying data governance and security practices, clarifying requirements for development teams, and documenting architecture, schemas, data dictionaries, and code changes. The position is remote, with listed work locations in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Herndon, Virginia. Travel is less than 10%, and the schedule is 40 hours per week. The likely salary range is $153,000–$207,000, with compensation determined by factors including experience, location, and contractual requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent.
At least 8 years of related work experience as a software engineer or similar.
Demonstrated experience with database modeling tools and methodologies, including ER modeling, dimensional modeling, and schema design.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Python, Java, C#, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
Hands-on experience with SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL.
Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP and managed database services.
Experience using Jira, Confluence, or similar DevSecOps solutions.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts for business and technical audiences.
U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data warehousing, ETL/ELT, and analytics pipelines.
Background in microservices architecture or event-driven systems.
Knowledge of data privacy and compliance frameworks.
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience building highly available, distributed systems.

Responsibilities

Design application components using modern software engineering practices.
Create logical and physical data models aligned with business and system requirements.
Architect, optimize, and manage relational Oracle database models for performance, scalability, and reliability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical designs and actionable development tasks.
Define APIs, services, and integrations that support data-driven workflows across systems.
Conduct performance tuning, query optimization, indexing strategies, and normalization or denormalization decisions.
Implement data governance, data quality, and security best practices.
Provide requirement clarifications to development teams.
Document system architecture, data dictionaries, schemas, and code changes.

Benefits

Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental plan options.
Vision plan.
401(k) plan with company match.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
Full flexible work weeks where possible.
Career growth resources, including an AI-powered career tool and internal mobility support.
Wellness packages.