Database Engineer in Landover, Maryland at Dobbs Defense Solutions, LLC.

Our Mission:
At Dobbs Defense, we deliver mission-centric IT, Cyber, and data analytics solutions for our government and commercial clients through the convergence of automation, innovation, training, and education. Delivering high-quality IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics solutions through proven and innovative methods is our vision.

Job Description:
Dobbs Defense Solutions is seeking a Database Engineer to support enterprise database environments through database engineering, systems administration, and automation. This role is responsible for maintaining high availability, improving performance, and supporting mission-critical operational systems.

Duties:

• Design, develop, administer, and maintain enterprise database management systems.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and database performance solutions.
• Implement database backup, recovery, and replication strategies.
• Develop automation solutions using Ansible and UNIX/Linux shell scripting.
• Perform Linux and Windows server patching and system maintenance activities.
• Support database operations, troubleshooting, and continuous system improvement initiatives.

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of related experience, Master's degree with 6+ years, or PhD with 3+ years.
• Experience administering enterprise database environments and SQL performance tuning.
• Strong experience with UNIX/Linux shell scripting and automation tools such as Ansible.
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating system administration and patch management.
• Experience supporting database replication, backup, and recovery operations.

Working Environment:
Onsite

Required Clearance:
Active Top Secret/SCI

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
Dobbs Defense Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), gender expression and transgender status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital or domestic partner status, genetic information, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

Salary Range:
Pay range information will be disclosed consistent with applicable state and local pay transparency laws once available. For this position, the anticipated salary range will depend on the selected labor category, candidate qualifications, experience, and overall fit for the role.