Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)
Senior Database Engineer
Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG), Frederick, Maryland, United States, 21701
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Syms Strategic Group (SSG) – Senior Database Engineer Location:
Remote Department:
Veterans Affairs Type:
Full Time Min. Experience:
Experienced Security Clearance Level:
Public Trust (MBI)
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Establish database management systems, standards, requirements, guidelines, and quality assurance for database deliverables, such as conceptual design and architecture, logical database, capacity planning, external data interface specification, data loading plan, data maintenance plan, and security policy
Work with clients to translate business requirements into a logical model that will accurately support and represent the client’s entity relationship and flow of data
Develop the appropriate database framework to convert the logical model into a physical model including the creation and maintenance of schemas containing windows, screens, tables, and columns and reports that support the model
Make recommendations to maximize operating efficiency, support storage requirements and vendor software updates, enforce data governance, and ensure recovery is maintained
Participate in quality assurance and develop test application code in client server environment
Required Skills and Experience
A proven track record of working with complex database systems and data warehousing solutions
Experience with database design, architecture, and data modeling
Proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL) programming and query optimization
Strong knowledge of database management systems (DBMS) such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and database query optimization techniques
An ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers
Familiarity with Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes and tools (e.g., SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Informatica, Talend)
An understanding of data warehousing concepts and technologies
Knowledge of backup and recovery processes
Experience with database security, user roles, and permissions
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for database automation tasks
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Capability to work independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality work
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
A strong understanding of business processes and requirements gathering
Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior developers
Experience in a high‑paced DevOps environment
Experience in large scale Enterprise environments
U.S. Citizenship required for this position
Professional Certifications None required but advanced certifications in database management systems (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Certified Professional) are preferred
Years of Professional Experience Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience
Five (5) or more years of experience in SQL development and database management
Desired Experience
Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) Medical Claims (X.12 medical claims: 837, 834, 277, etc.)
Experience in a high‑paced DevOps environment
Experience working with remote U.S. based teams (Not Offshore teams)
Familiarity with cloud database solutions (e.g., Amazon Web Services Relational Database Service (AWS RDS) and Azure SQL Database)
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
Formal Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline (Eight plus (8+) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education)
Citizenship Requirement U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Security Clearance Requirements Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI)
Critical Notes
SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered
Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered
This is a 100% U.S. based remote position. However, candidates from CA, CO, IL, NJ or NY will not be considered
This can be a W-2 or a 1099 position
All interviews will be conducted on Microsoft Teams with your camera on; there will be no exceptions
As part of our screening process, you will be requested to provide a link to your LinkedIn profile
Equal Opportunity Employer Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.
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Syms Strategic Group (SSG) – Senior Database Engineer Location:
Remote Department:
Veterans Affairs Type:
Full Time Min. Experience:
Experienced Security Clearance Level:
Public Trust (MBI)
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Establish database management systems, standards, requirements, guidelines, and quality assurance for database deliverables, such as conceptual design and architecture, logical database, capacity planning, external data interface specification, data loading plan, data maintenance plan, and security policy
Work with clients to translate business requirements into a logical model that will accurately support and represent the client’s entity relationship and flow of data
Develop the appropriate database framework to convert the logical model into a physical model including the creation and maintenance of schemas containing windows, screens, tables, and columns and reports that support the model
Make recommendations to maximize operating efficiency, support storage requirements and vendor software updates, enforce data governance, and ensure recovery is maintained
Participate in quality assurance and develop test application code in client server environment
Required Skills and Experience
A proven track record of working with complex database systems and data warehousing solutions
Experience with database design, architecture, and data modeling
Proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL) programming and query optimization
Strong knowledge of database management systems (DBMS) such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and database query optimization techniques
An ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers
Familiarity with Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes and tools (e.g., SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Informatica, Talend)
An understanding of data warehousing concepts and technologies
Knowledge of backup and recovery processes
Experience with database security, user roles, and permissions
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for database automation tasks
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Capability to work independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality work
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
A strong understanding of business processes and requirements gathering
Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior developers
Experience in a high‑paced DevOps environment
Experience in large scale Enterprise environments
U.S. Citizenship required for this position
Professional Certifications None required but advanced certifications in database management systems (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Certified Professional) are preferred
Years of Professional Experience Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience
Five (5) or more years of experience in SQL development and database management
Desired Experience
Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) Medical Claims (X.12 medical claims: 837, 834, 277, etc.)
Experience in a high‑paced DevOps environment
Experience working with remote U.S. based teams (Not Offshore teams)
Familiarity with cloud database solutions (e.g., Amazon Web Services Relational Database Service (AWS RDS) and Azure SQL Database)
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
Formal Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline (Eight plus (8+) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education)
Citizenship Requirement U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity
Security Clearance Requirements Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI)
Critical Notes
SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered
Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered
This is a 100% U.S. based remote position. However, candidates from CA, CO, IL, NJ or NY will not be considered
This can be a W-2 or a 1099 position
All interviews will be conducted on Microsoft Teams with your camera on; there will be no exceptions
As part of our screening process, you will be requested to provide a link to your LinkedIn profile
Equal Opportunity Employer Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG) by 2x
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