Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)
Senior Database Engineer
Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG), Ashburn, Virginia, United States, 22011
Senior Database Engineer
Location: Remote | Department: Veterans Affairs | Type: Full Time | Minimum Experience: Experienced | Security Clearance: Public Trust (MBI) | U.S. Citizenship Required
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply.
Essential Duties & 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, including the creation and maintenance of schemas containing windows, screens, tables, 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
Proven track record 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 DBMS such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization techniques
Ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers
Familiarity with Extract, Transform, and Load (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 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
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 & Experience 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: 8 or more years of relevant experience; 5 or more years of SQL development and database management.
Desired Experience: Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) medical claims, remote U.S. based team collaboration, cloud database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database), version control systems (Git), agile development methodologies.
Formal Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Eight or more years of additional relevant experience may substitute for education.
Citizenship & Clearance Requirements U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity. Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance.
Important Notes
SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications; applications with inconsistencies between resume and mandatory screening questions will not be considered.
Recruiters or third‑party submissions 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.
Applicants will be asked to provide a LinkedIn profile link during screening.
EEO Statement 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.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government‑granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to, criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.
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Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply.
Essential Duties & 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, including the creation and maintenance of schemas containing windows, screens, tables, 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
Proven track record 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 DBMS such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization techniques
Ability to write and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers
Familiarity with Extract, Transform, and Load (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 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
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 & Experience 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: 8 or more years of relevant experience; 5 or more years of SQL development and database management.
Desired Experience: Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) medical claims, remote U.S. based team collaboration, cloud database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database), version control systems (Git), agile development methodologies.
Formal Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Eight or more years of additional relevant experience may substitute for education.
Citizenship & Clearance Requirements U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity. Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance.
Important Notes
SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications; applications with inconsistencies between resume and mandatory screening questions will not be considered.
Recruiters or third‑party submissions 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.
Applicants will be asked to provide a LinkedIn profile link during screening.
EEO Statement 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.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government‑granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to, criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.
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