Database Engineer

WE ARE HIRING OWNERS

Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership

Because who you work with matters.

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Design, develop, and maintain relational and Object-Oriented databases, ensuring optimal data storage, retrieval, and flow across complex systems. Analyze project requirements from inception through Initial Operational Capability (IOC), creating database structures that align with overall system architecture while balancing data volume, user load, distribution, response times, retention rules, security, and domain controls. Working closely with software developers, systems engineers, and IT teams, you will translate requirements into usable queries, scripts, macros, and database tools. You will also assist in evaluating, optimizing, and maintaining databases, including cloud-based storage and Open Database Connectivity solutions, and provide recommendations for system improvements.

You will be responsible for installing, patching, and maintaining Oracle Database environments, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and Oracle Data Guard, while leveraging Linux OS, commands, and Bash scripting. Experience with MongoDB is a plus.

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience designing, developing, and implementing relational and/or Object-Oriented databases
• Proficiency with database parsers, query development, scripting, macros, and cloud database storage/retrieval
• Strong experience with Oracle Database, Oracle Enterprise Manager, Oracle Data Guard
• Linux OS proficiency, including commands and Bash scripting
• Experience evaluating and optimizing database systems for performance, security, and scalability
• Familiarity with MongoDB is desirable
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams

Education/Experience:

• Ten (10) years of experience as a Database Engineer (DBE) in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required; five (5) years of DBE experience may be substituted for a degree
• Experience in Information Assurance: DoD 8570.01-M compliance with Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II is required

Clearance:

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Total Compensation Package

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.
• Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don't need new tech.
• Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free.

For a full overview of our benefits, please visit our benefits tab.

Additional Perks and Benefits

• Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant-let's build the future together.
• Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!
• Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.
• Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh-whatever suits you best!
• Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company's success with an end-of-year cash bonus.
• Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.