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# Database Engineer

- **Company:** LEONARD WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS LLC
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $167,000.0 - $205,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Databases, Couchbase Servers, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Relational Databases, Linux, DevOps, Web Development, Elasticsearch, Storage Area Network (SAN), Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Machine Learning, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, NetApp Applications, NoSQL, Operational Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Redis, Standard Sql, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Web Application Frameworks, Rust (Programming Language), ReactJS, Grafana, Backend, Vue.js, AngularJS, Pure Storage, Cassandra, Operational Systems, Data Management, Front End Software Development, Kibana, Restful APIs, Data Pipelines, Golang
- **Published:** October 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/c0d61c2e-d32f-40c4-a28e-c32b315515da/senior-database-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
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 * Minimum 10 years of experience in database engineering, database administration, data management, or software development supporting an engineering-related domain
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 * Demonstrated experience deploying, administering, managing, and scaling enterprise-level PostgreSQL database systems in Linux environments
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 * Proficient in SQL, Python, and shell scripting in Linux
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 * Experience with PostgreSQL database tuning, backup, recovery, and fail-over concepts at enterprise scale
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 * Demonstrated experience with large data management, data pipelines, and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) concepts
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 * Hands-on enterprise experience with one or more additional RDBMS (Relational Database Management System) or NoSQL platforms such as Oracle, MS SQL Server, Citus Data, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Couchbase, Cassandra, or Redis
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 * Demonstrated ability to design software systems that meet functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements
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## Description

Core responsibilities include designing database architecture solutions, developing and implementing databases, analyzing and maintaining operational databases, and adding new features to operational systems. You will test with real mission data, provide support to front-line customer facilities, and stay ahead on the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies. Self-starters who can operate unsupervised with minimal direction will thrive., * Spatial database solutions supporting GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software such as QGIS, PostGIS, GeoServer, and ArcGIS
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 * Agile software development experience
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 * Experience with Python, C++, Golang, Rust, or Java
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 * AI/ML development experience
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 * Dashboard development with Grafana and/or Kibana
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 * Implementing and managing RDBMS databases using SAN (Storage Area Network) solutions such as Pure Storage, NetApp, or EMC
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 * Familiarity with backend REST APIs (JavaScript and/or Python frameworks)
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 * Familiarity with frontend web development using Vue, React, and/or Angular
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 * Modern software engineering practices for testability and readability
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 * Ability to mentor other engineers and provide technical advice to project leaders
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