Talent Stack · 1 day ago
Principal Data Modeler and Database Engineer-TS/SCI
Aurora, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$215K/yr - $230K/yr
8+ years expTalent Stack LLC is a recruiting firm specializing in cleared and technical placements, representing a defense-focused client dedicated to national security. They are seeking a Principal Data Modeler & Database Engineer to design and maintain high-performance data models and databases that support classified programs, contributing to impactful technologies in a secure environment.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Colleen Faria
Responsibilities
Translate customer needs into effective, scalable database designs
Develop physical data models and database structures (tables, indexes, constraints, views)
Analyze business requirements, RFCs, and technical documentation to determine data modeling impacts
Work closely with systems engineers, product owners, architects, and other stakeholders to validate data requirements
Author and implement data model changes (DDL) via automated database change-control processes
Partner with developers on SQL best practices and database interaction patterns
Use tools such as Oracle SQL Developer Data Modeler, Oracle Designer, and similar platforms
Apply strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities
Participate in Agile/Scrum development workflows
Maintain eligibility for SCI access and complete all required polygraphs
Obtain Security+ certification within 60 days of hire
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline
Minimum 8 years of professional experience as a Database Engineer
At least 5 years of relational data modeling experience using Oracle and PostgreSQL
At least 8 years of Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and PostgreSQL SQL/plpgsql experience
Experience with Bash scripting and Python
Experience collaborating with Systems and Software Engineers on backend database designs
Strong Linux command-line skills for database administration and deployment automation
Active, transferable DoD Top Secret-TS/SCI clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
6 weeks of paid PTO
Short-Term Disability
A 401(k) with 5% company match
Up to $8,000 in relocation assistance
Company
Talent Stack
Talent Stack, LLC is a boutique recruiting and sourcing consultancy that partners with companies to deliver the best technical talent for cutting-edge tech teams.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase