Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)
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Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Senior Database Engineer. The position is Remote, within the Veterans Affairs department, full time and requires experienced candidates with a Public Trust (MBI) clearance. 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 accurately supports and represents the client’s entity relationship and data flow.
Develop the appropriate database framework to convert the logical model into a physical model, creating and maintaining 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 recoverability is maintained.
Participate in quality assurance and develop test application code in a client-server environment.
Required Skills and Experience
Proven track record with complex database systems and data warehousing solutions.
Experience with database design, architecture, and data modeling.
Proficiency in SQL programming and query optimization.
Strong knowledge of DBMS such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and database query optimization techniques.
Ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
Familiarity with ETL processes and tools (e.g., SSIS, Informatica, Talend).
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 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.
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.
Preferred Credentials
Advanced certifications in database management systems (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Certified Professional).
Experience with Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) medical claims (837, 834, 277, etc.).
Familiarity with cloud database solutions such as AWS RDS and Azure SQL Database.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
Professional Experience Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience. Five (5) or more years of experience in SQL development and database management.
Formal Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Eight (8+) years of additional relevant experience may substitute for education.
Citizenship & Security Clearance U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity. Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance. Applicants will undergo a government security investigation, including background, employment, education, drug testing, and credit checks.
Critical Notes
All application information must be supported by the resume; inconsistencies will lead to disqualification.
Recruiters or third parties will not be considered.
This is a 100% U.S. based remote position; candidates from CA, CO, IL, NJ, or NY will not be considered.
Position can be W‑2 or 1099.
All interviews will be conducted on Microsoft Teams with camera on; no exceptions.
Candidates will be asked to provide a LinkedIn profile link during screening.
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) is seeking a talented Senior Database Engineer. The position is Remote, within the Veterans Affairs department, full time and requires experienced candidates with a Public Trust (MBI) clearance. 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 accurately supports and represents the client’s entity relationship and data flow.
Develop the appropriate database framework to convert the logical model into a physical model, creating and maintaining 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 recoverability is maintained.
Participate in quality assurance and develop test application code in a client-server environment.
Required Skills and Experience
Proven track record with complex database systems and data warehousing solutions.
Experience with database design, architecture, and data modeling.
Proficiency in SQL programming and query optimization.
Strong knowledge of DBMS such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and database query optimization techniques.
Ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
Familiarity with ETL processes and tools (e.g., SSIS, Informatica, Talend).
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 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.
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.
Preferred Credentials
Advanced certifications in database management systems (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Certified Professional).
Experience with Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) medical claims (837, 834, 277, etc.).
Familiarity with cloud database solutions such as AWS RDS and Azure SQL Database.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
Professional Experience Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience. Five (5) or more years of experience in SQL development and database management.
Formal Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Eight (8+) years of additional relevant experience may substitute for education.
Citizenship & Security Clearance U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity. Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance. Applicants will undergo a government security investigation, including background, employment, education, drug testing, and credit checks.
Critical Notes
All application information must be supported by the resume; inconsistencies will lead to disqualification.
Recruiters or third parties will not be considered.
This is a 100% U.S. based remote position; candidates from CA, CO, IL, NJ, or NY will not be considered.
Position can be W‑2 or 1099.
All interviews will be conducted on Microsoft Teams with camera on; no exceptions.
Candidates will be asked to provide a LinkedIn profile link during screening.
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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