Principal Database Engineer

This position requires an active TS/SCI w CI Poly security clearance. Candidates who do not hold this clearance are not eligible for hire.

Solidus is hiring a Principal Database Engineer for an onsite role based in Aurora, CO.

In this Principal Database Engineer role, you will join a talented team that develops enhancements and modifications to existing software systems. The successful candidate will provide database administration to high priority infrastructure/systems.

Day in the life:

• Database administration of servers in cluster and container environments running a variety of applications to include Ubuntu Linux.
• Work will include refinement of database architecture design, installation, configuration, maintenance, and urgent troubleshooting efforts.
• Perform administrative and maintenance tasks on PostGRES databases.
• Perform planning, coordination, and execution of database installations and upgrades and patches.
• Respond to all database related work requests, including working with system maintainers, system engineering analysis, and integration efforts.
• Maintain and update design and database schema documentation.
• The work environment fluctuates between routine and urgent, depending on ongoing tasks, priorities, and performance of assigned systems.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• An active TS/SCI w CI Poly security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Eight (8) years of RECENT experience with database management
• Experience using running databases in a Linux environment.
• Experience with PostGRES databases.
• Cultural fit amongst a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).

Benefit selection, customer contractual specifications, relevant work experience, skills, competencies, certifications, and clearance status will influence the final salary.

• Full benefits: $161,000 to $201,000 annually
• Reduced benefits (no medical, dental, vision): Up to $218,000 annually

What we will bring:
Solidus offers you an exciting opportunity to tackle the nation's greatest challenges applying innovation and expertise to produce cutting-edge results that have a long-lasting impact. We offer outstanding benefits, generous PTO and much more! Apply today to learn why Solidus has a 4.9/5 Star rating on Glassdoor!

Req ID: 5274

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