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SAIC · 1 day ago

Senior Database Engineer – Database Management

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$80K/yr - $120K/yr

10+ years exp

SAIC is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to lead SQL migrations from on-premises to Google Cloud. This role involves managing and optimizing enterprise-level database systems, ensuring their security and performance, and mentoring other DBAs.

Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain enterprise level database platforms, including Microsoft SQL Server and supporting infrastructure across on premises and Google Cloud environments

Configure, manage, and optimize Google Cloud SQL and Managed Instances (MI)

Plan and execute migrations of SQL databases from on premises to Google Cloud (IaaS and PaaS)

Contribute to database architecture and capacity planning to ensure scalability, reliability, and security

Design, implement, and maintain disaster recovery strategies for SQL environments targeting Google Cloud

Monitor the performance, integrity, and security of all database platforms and investigate anomalies

Perform routine maintenance tasks index optimization, statistics updates, and consistency checks

Plan and perform upgrades, patching, and migrations for standalone and cloud hosted database servers

Oversee and lead migration projects, including lift and shift and re-platforming efforts to Google Cloud

Manage database accounts, roles, and permissions according to least privilege and compliance requirements

Audit database activity and maintain comprehensive logs of configuration and schema changes for compliance and forensics

Implement encryption, secure connectivity (TLS/SSL), and other security controls for data at rest and in transit

Maintain detailed, version controlled documentation for database environments, architecture diagrams, configurations, procedures, and runbooks

Generate regular reports on performance, capacity growth, and usage trends for stakeholders

Collaborate closely with development, infrastructure, and security teams to streamline deployments and accelerate incident resolution

Mentor DBAs on Google Cloud practices, establish operational best practices, and contribute to automation initiatives

Demonstrated success managing enterprise database environments in hybrid (on premises) and Google Cloud settings

Proven expertise in planning and executing cloud migration projects; hands on experience with Google Cloud Platform is a strong plus

Qualification

SQL Server administrationGoogle Cloud expertiseDatabase migrationPerformance tuningDatabase security solutionsDisaster recovery strategiesDocumentation maintenanceMentoring DBAsCollaboration skills

Required

Must have a minimum of 10 years of related experience as a database administrator, specializing in supporting SQL environment

SQL Server and Google Cloud Certified (e.g., Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, Cloud Architect, or relevant SQL Server certifications)

Strong expertise in SQL Server administration both on premises and in Google Cloud environments

In depth knowledge and hands on experience in SQL Server installation, configuration, optimization, and ongoing maintenance

Proven ability to manage SQL Server instances (versions 2022, 2019, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2012) across multiple platforms, including VMware, Google Cloud (IaaS/PaaS), and on premises infrastructure

Capability to troubleshoot performance issues, analyze execution plans, and implement database performance optimizations

Experience implementing database security solutions, such as Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) and SSL/TLS for secure data transmission

Hands on experience migrating SQL clusters to Google Cloud, including assessment of client requirements and providing detailed technical recommendations

Ability to participate in on call rotations and perform mandatory monthly maintenance tasks

Candidate must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder who has resided in the U.S. for at least 3 years with the ability to obtain a public trust clearance