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Database Engineer

MQ Prime is a Virginia based small business who are experts in the world of Cyber Engineering and Software Development.  Built on decades of expertise, we support Commercial and Government clients, providing development, design and implementation of cutting-edge solutions.  Our personnel maintain support for cyber solutions throughout all of the Government and continue to develop capabilities to fill operational gaps.

MQ Prime offers a salary and benefits package that surpasses industry standards while also providing a varied and expanding portfolio of programs at multiple classification levels to enable employee growth. We want you to grow as we do. Come join us!

We are seeking a Database Engineer with experience in database performance optimization, configuration management, and performance testing to support our ongoing efforts to improve and maintain efficient database systems. You will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our databases, helping us to identify inefficiencies, optimize configurations, and introduce performance testing practices to prevent regressions.

Principal Responsibilities:

  • Optimize database performance by identifying and resolving inefficiencies.

  • Ensure database configurations are properly managed through configuration management (CM) practices.

  • Implement and manage performance testing tools, such as JMeter or alternatives, to prevent performance regressions.

  • Collaborate with software and system engineers to ensure optimal integration and performance of the database systems.

  • Support proactive database performance monitoring and troubleshooting.

 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI or be able to obtain a clearance.

  • Ability to work in both classified and unclassified environments on location 5 days a week in Herndon VA or Melbourne FL.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related discipline (4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree).

  • 5+ years of experience in database engineering, database performance optimization, and configuration management.

  • Strong understanding of database technologies and systems.

  • Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or similar alternatives.

  • Experience with version control systems for managing database configurations.

  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, Postgres, Mongo databases, Liquibase and SQL queries.

  • Experience with Java, SpringBoot, and Hibernate.

 

Desired Skills:

  • Experience with automated testing.

  • Proficient in identifying database inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.

  • Understanding of regression testing and performance monitoring tools.

  • Ability to work in both classified and unclassified environments.

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