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# Database Engineer

- **Company:** Dobbs Defense Solutions, LLC.
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $115,000.0 - $125,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Backup Devices, Information Systems, Databases, Data Integration, Data Security, Data Stores, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Moodle, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), SQL Databases, Enterprise Software Applications, Database Performance, Information Technology
- **Published:** May 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6f4557670d0d3922

## About the Role

Do you have experience in SQL?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

 * 2-5 years of database administration or engineering experience
 * Experience with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle
 * Familiarity with secure federal or DoD database environments
 * Knowledge of backup, recovery, and data protection procedures
 * Security+ certification preferred

## Description

Dobbs Defense Solutions is seeking a Mid Level Database Engineer to support secure database administration, maintenance, reporting, and optimization activities for Moodle LMS and enterprise applications supporting U.S. Coast Guard operations., * Maintain and optimize SQL databases and data repositories

 * Support database backups, recovery, and integrity processes
 * Troubleshoot database performance and connectivity issues
 * Assist with LMS data integrations and reporting
 * Support secure data handling and compliance requirements


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