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# Principal Database Engineer (Onsite)

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $107,500.0 - $204,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Backup Devices, Computer Programming, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Security, Amazon DynamoDB, Spatial Databases, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Linux Commands, MongoDB, NoSQL, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, SQL Databases, Backend
- **Published:** May 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/principal-database-engineer-onsite-dallas-texas/2784934007-2/

## About the Role

* Demonstrate critical thinking skills with the ability to communicate concepts and ideas well.
 * Successfully integrate Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) products as part of customer-driven solutions.
 * Use proven problem solving and analytical skills.
 * Obtain and maintain SCI program access and complete polygraphs.
 * Obtain Security+ certification within 60 days of start.

Qualifications You Must Have

 * Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of Database Engineering experience.
 * Experience as a Database Administrator (DBA) and Database Engineer (DBE).
 * Experience with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) solutions, such as Oracle, Postgres, or related systems.
 * Experience virtualizing or containerizing databases.
 * Experience using Linux command line to perform database administration activities.
 * Active and transferable Top Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI prior to start date. U.S. Citizenship is required as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

 * Experience working with Systems and Software Engineers to implement, and modify backend databases to interact with applications within a development environment.
 * Existing Security+ Certification
 * Experience with AWS.
 * Experience with NoSQL database products such as MongoDB and DynamoDB.
 * Experience troubleshooting database issues such as DR, replication & backups and other related issues.
 * Experience troubleshooting performance issues
 * Experience with database security controls and audit & compliance requirements.
 * Experience with automating routine tasks.
 * Experience with Spatial databases
 * Coding experience (SQL, Python, Java) is helpful!



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