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Database Engineer - Richardson, TX - Active TS/SCI Clearance Required Information Technology

SOC LLC
United States, Texas, Richardson
Jul 16, 2025
Database Engineer needed for a contract to hire opportunity with SOC's client to work on-site in Richardson, TX. *Active Top Secret w/ ability to obtain TS/SCI required* What You Will Do Identify and understand customer needs and apply sound, demonstrable understanding of database principles, theories, and concepts related to software engineering to translate those needs to viable design solutions. 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 5 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 working with Systems and Software Engineers to implement and modify backend databases to interact with applications within a development environment. 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. Qualifications We Prefer 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! Employment Prerequisites The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis. SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Estimated Min Rate: $56.00 Estimated Max Rate: $80.00