Database Engineer IV

Database Engineer 4 (TS/SSBI Clearance Required)
Remote
Duration: 6+ Months
Rate: Up to $52.00/hr BOE

MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SSBI Clearance to start

These are fully remote roles, TS clearance is required at time of hire, potential for conversions. Program is Peratons Risk Decision Group (RDG), which provides background investigation services for the US Government in the federal, intelligence and civilian space.

Overview
This Database Engineer role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing database solutions, ETL pipelines, and reporting frameworks to support mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and a strong background in data integration, performance tuning, and governance.
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Responsibilities
• Design and implement relational database schemas and data models for OLTP and reporting systems.
• Develop advanced T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, views, and triggers.
• Build and maintain ETL pipelines using SSIS, ensuring robust error handling and performance optimization.
• Support reporting and analytics through SSRS development and dataset design.
• Enforce data integrity, validation, and governance standards across systems.
• Conduct proactive performance tuning and database performance analysis using tools like SolarWinds DPA.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and operations teams to translate business requirements into scalable database solutions.
• Document processes, data lineage, and technical specifications for transparency and compliance.
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Required Qualifications
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must possess and maintain a T5/SSBI federally adjudicated clearance
• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Microsoft SQL Server expertise (on-prem and/or AWS, Azure).
• Advanced T-SQL development and complex query design (CTEs, window functions, temp tables).
• Experience with Visual Studio / SSDT and source control-driven database development.
• Strong background in ETL design and maintenance using SSIS, including incremental loads and CDC patterns.
• Proficiency in SSRS report development, parameterized reports, and performance troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of data integrity enforcement, transaction management, and metadata documentation.
• Hands-on experience with performance tuning, execution plan analysis, index optimization, and resource contention resolution.
• Familiarity with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and release/deployment workflows.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
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Soft Skills
• Ability to translate business needs into performant database solutions.
• Strong collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Clear documentation and communication in fast-paced environments.

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Join the TASC Technical Services team, with 30 years of excellence in the staffing industry! We offer competitive benefits including health care plans, a 401k plan with company match, and a weekly paycheck with direct deposit. Additionally, we follow all state and federal guidelines for compensated time off. TASC Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.