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# Database Engineer/Developer (100% REMOTE)

- **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Sql Server Data Tools (SSDT), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Data Integration, Data Integrity, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Relational Databases, Database Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Online Transaction Processing, Performance Tuning, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services, Transact-SQL, Delivery Pipeline, Software Troubleshooting, Database Performance, Data Lineage, SolarWinds (Software), SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9107440/database-engineerdeveloper-100-remote

## About the Role

* Must possess and maintain a T5/SSBI federally adjudicated clearance
 * Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
 * Microsoft SQL Server expertise (on-prem and/or AWS, Azure).
 * Advanced T-SQL development and complex query design (CTEs, window functions, temp tables).
 * Experience with Visual Studio / SSDT and source control-driven database development.
 * Strong background in ETL design and maintenance using SSIS, including incremental loads and CDC patterns.
 * Proficiency in SSRS report development, parameterized reports, and performance troubleshooting.
 * Knowledge of data integrity enforcement, transaction management, and metadata documentation.
 * Hands-on experience with performance tuning, execution plan analysis, index optimization, and resource contention resolution.
 * Familiarity with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and release/deployment workflows.
 * Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills., · This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)
· Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required

## Description

This Database Engineer role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing database solutions, ETL pipelines, and reporting frameworks to support mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and a strong background in data integration, performance tuning, and governance., * Design and implement relational database schemas and data models for OLTP and reporting systems.

 * Develop advanced T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, views, and triggers.
 * Build and maintain ETL pipelines using SSIS, ensuring robust error handling and performance optimization.
 * Support reporting and analytics through SSRS development and dataset design.
 * Enforce data integrity, validation, and governance standards across systems.
 * Conduct proactive performance tuning and database performance analysis using tools like SolarWinds DPA.
 * Collaborate with developers, analysts, and operations teams to translate business requirements into scalable database solutions.
 * Document processes, data lineage, and technical specifications for transparency and compliance.


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