Database Engineer

Job Number: R0219261

Database Engineer

The Opportunity:

Your combination of people skills and technical expertise makes you the team hero, solving one problem after another. As a database engineer, with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and SQL Server experience, you know how to manage and secure database technology. At Booz Allen, you can use those skills to improve the database technology supporting the DoD's and Air Force's cryptologic missions.

On our team, you'll help address risks and minimize timelines affecting Air Force cryptologic missions and operations. In this role, you'll leverage your database engineering experience to maintain, sustain, and upgrade databases used for critical missions. You'll provide your client with peace of mind as you implement policies and procedures to ensure the security and integrity of the database. You'll use technology and tools to identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement in a mission-critical database.

In this role, you'll closely impact the Air Force's cryptologic components which are responsible for acquiring, analyzing, and securing communications to support intelligence operations. You'll use your expertise and skills to ensure the protection of sensitive information, provide signals intelligence, and contribute to national security by intercepting and decoding foreign communications and safeguarding U.S. military communications. With your technical expertise, mentoring, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, we'll focus on growing as a team to make the best solutions for our customers.

Work with us as we improve database technology to change the DoD and Air Force for the better.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 6+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining relational or NoSQL databases, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or SQL Server
• 5+ years of experience implementing database performance tuning, indexing, partitioning, and query optimization strategies
• 4+ years of experience supporting ETL/ELT pipelines in data ingestion, transformation, and archival within secure enterprise environments
• 3+ years of experience designing and managing data models, schemas, and access patterns aligned with application requirements
• 3+ years of experience applying data protection best practices, including encryption at rest, access control policies, and audit logging
• 3+ years of experience working with software development teams to define and support database requirements within Agile or DevSecOps workflows
• 2+ years of experience scripting or automating DB tasks using SQL, Python, PowerShell, or Bash
• HS diploma or GED
• TS/SCI clearance

Nice If You Have:

• Knowledge of Air Force organizational structure
• Ability to draft comprehensive documents to capture and codify work-related tasks

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.