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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Administrator - **Company:** STEAMPUNK INC. - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $115,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Dictionary, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Migration, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Security, Entity Relationship Models, PostgreSQL, Unix Shell, Microsoft SQL Server, NoSQL, Oracle (Applications), Windows PowerShell, Standard Sql, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Unstructured Data, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Data Management, Devsecops - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gpnaqj ## About the Role + Ability to hold a position of public trust with the US government. + 5+ years of experience in database administration, information technology, database architecture, or a related field + Demonstrated on-the-job experience with large-scale data migration + Demonstrated on-the-job experience designing storage and retrieval solutions for both structured and unstructured data, in support of data science pipelines + Strong command of SQL tools + Advanced knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standards + Understanding of relational and dimensional data modeling + PowerShell and Unix shell scripting skills + Impeccable attention to detail + Demonstrated experience working with SQL and relational databases, query development and optimization (SQL) as well as working familiarity with a variety of databases, such as Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and others. + Experience with relational SQL and NoSQL databases + Familiarity with cloud technology, using AWS or Azure. Knowledge of managed service offerings (e.g. AWS EC2, EMR, RDS, Redshift) and demonstrated experience delivering in a cloud environment. + Demonstrated on-the-job experience supporting the development of related data artifacts + Data Dictionary + Entity Relationship Diagrams + Data Flow Diagram + Data Quality Plan + Data Management Plan + Data Asset Catalog + Experience working in a DevSecOps environment, utilizing CI/CD best practices + Demonstrated on-the-job experience developing specifications for modern large-scale data repositories including development of specifications for cloud-based database solutions + Demonstrated experience collaborating with staff, IT customers, and other technical and non-technical staff and contractors at all levels + Demonstrated experience working in an agile environment and leading agile projects + Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, business, or a scientific or technical discipline About** **steampunk ## Description We are looking for seasoned **Data Administrator** to work with our team and our clients to architect and develop data models, data warehouses, lakes, and lakehouses, data governance, services, and pipelines. We are looking for a more than just a "Database Administrator", but a technologist with excellent communication and customer service skills and a passion for data and problem solving. Contributions + Lead and architect migration of data environments with performance and reliability. + Experience in crafting database / data warehouse solutions in cloud (Preferably AWS. Alternatively Azure, GCP). + Helping build the structure and design of the database + Implementing security measures for the data + Controlling access to the database + Building different environments for development, testing and production + Merging and migrating data when necessary + Updating and patching systems to maintain compliance + Designing and implementing data backups + Restoring lost data + Continually monitoring database systems + Key must have skill sets - database management + Support an Agile software development lifecycle + You will contribute to the growth of our Data Exploitation Practice! ## Related Videos - [Database DevOps with Containers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/145-database-devops-with-containers) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Tomorrow's cloud data platforms - fully managed database-as-a-service (DBaaS)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/254-tomorrow-s-cloud-data-platforms-fully-managed-database-as-a-service-dbaas) - [NoSQL Data Modeling for Front-end Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/297-nosql-data-modeling-for-front-end-developers) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)