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Valkyrie Enterprises · 3 months ago

Database Specialist / Software Developer (Job ID:3967)

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Valkyrie Enterprises is seeking a Database Specialist/Software Developer to join their team in Huntsville, AL. The role involves collaborating with engineers to develop and maintain .NET Framework web applications, while supporting AI and ML initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in full-stack development and SQL database management.

IndustrialManufacturingSpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Take the lead on complex SQL Server and Postgres design, performance tuning, and troubleshooting

Support effort to migrate and integrate data between SQL Server and Postgres environments

Contribute to our .NET MVC web applications (C#, Kendo/Telerik, front-end integrations)

Work alongside a small team of developers in a collaborative environment

Help shape best practices for data access, schema design, and performance across our applications

Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers and developers to enhance and modernize tools and processes

Participate in requirements gathering and interface directly with end-users to understand their needs and design solutions

Perform full-stack development tasks including working with SQL databases, back-end services, and front-end UI components

Apply best practices for software development, focusing on quality, scalability, and maintainability

Ensure timely completion of tasks with a focus on excellence, even within tight deadlines

Contribute to team knowledge and innovation by bringing new ideas and solutions to the table

Work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment

Qualification

SQL ServerPostgresC# / .NET MVCFull-stack developmentAIMLAgile methodologiesProblem-solving skillsEffective communication

Required

Must have a Bachelors degree and at least 2-10 years of professional experience in software/database development

Must have strong knowledge of SQL Server schema design and optimization

Must have solid experience with Postgres, including performance tuning and cross-platform data considerations

Must have working knowledge in C# / .NET MVC web development

Must be comfortable working in a small team where you may wear multiple hats

Must have strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex issues

Must have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new technologies quickly

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with end-users and technical teams to understand and meet user requirements

Must be highly motivated, proactive, and committed to delivering quality work within deadlines

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

Preferred

7-10 years of professional experience in software/database development, preferred

Experience with JavaScript, preferred

Familiarity with DoD contract work and software environments, preferred

Background in both application and database architecture, preferred

Strong experience with full-stack development, including front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and back-end development (C# and .NET Framework), preferred

Proficiency in designing, implementing, and optimizing SQL database structures and queries, preferred

Experience with AI and ML, preferred

Experience with Agile development methodologies, preferred

Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes and best practices, preferred

Previous experience in the defense or aerospace industry is a plus, though not required, preferred

Passion for working on mission-critical applications in a fast-paced environment, preferred

Active SECRET clearance, preferred