Database Automation Engineer

Alpha Omega; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15 days

11 Federal holidays

Health and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

FSA/HSA

Tuition & Professional Development

Job summary

Alpha Omega is seeking a Database Automation Engineer to support a federal client, focusing on Power Platform solutions including Canvas Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI. The role involves developing, testing, and maintaining dashboards, apps, and workflows with data from SQL, Excel, SharePoint, and APIs.

You will work in a hybrid setup in Washington, DC, collaborating with a cross-functional team under a senior lead.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience developing Canvas Power Apps with complex UIs and multiple data sources.
• 3–5+ years of experience with Power BI for dashboard development and data modeling.
• Experience building and maintaining Power Automate flows for workflow automation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with Agile/SCRUM processes and methodologies.
• Familiarity with Government Processes, including Federal Acquisition & Finance.
• Knowledge of SDLC practices as applied to Agile development.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external customers.
• Proficiency with data querying/analysis languages (SQL, M, DAX).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance Canvas Power Apps and data connections.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Create and optimize Power Automate workflows for reporting and tasks.
• Perform access controls and end-user support across applications.
• Integrate data from SQL, Excel, SharePoint, and APIs for analysis.
• Document deployments and assist SE lifecycle tasks.
• Respond to ad hoc client requests for data ingestion and reporting.
• Translate business requirements into effective Power Platform solutions.

Skills

Canvas Power Apps

Power BI

Power Automate

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Agile / SCRUM

Government processes

SDLC

SQL / DAX

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or Business

Tools

Power Platform

SQL

SharePoint

APIs

Job description

Job Title: Database Automation Engineer
Clearance Required: Public Trust – Federal Client requires US Citizenship
Work Location: Hybrid, Washington, DC

Alpha Omega is looking for a Database Automation Engineer to join our team supporting one of our government customers. The Junior Database and Automation Engineer will maintain and enhance a portfolio of Power Platform solutions, including Power Apps, Power Automate flows, and Power BI dashboards. The developer will independently deliver routine feature requests, bug fixes, and workflow automations that support day-to-day operational efficiency. This role is ideal for an early-career developer with a go-getter attitude looking to grow within an established technical delivery team, working under the direction of a senior technical lead.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary developer maintaining and enhancing two complex, business-critical Canvas Power Apps, plus additional smaller apps in the portfolio.
• Build and modify Canvas app screens, forms, and data connections, delivering routine feature requests, bug fixes, and UI adjustments from the backlog.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, reports, and Workspace Apps tied to the Canvas Apps and other ad-hoc data sources.
• Create and maintain automated workflows using Power Automate to support reporting and streamline repetitive tasks.
• Perform routine access controls, end-user support, and O&M across the application portfolio.
• Clean and integrate data from multiple sources (SQL, Excel, SharePoint, APIs) as needed for applications and reporting.
• Support client Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) tasks and maintain technical documentation, including use of deployment pipelines.
• Handle ad hoc client requests for existing systems, such as data ingest from flat Excel files.
• Collaborate with functional area teams to translate business requirements into effective Power Platform solutions.

Required Qualifications:

Required Experience/Skills:

• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience developing Canvas Power Apps, including complex user interfaces, multiple data sources, and delegation handling.
• 3-5+ years of experience with Power BI for dashboard development and relational data modeling.
• Experience building and maintaining Power Automate flows for workflow automation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment for a matrixed organization.
• Experience with Agile and SCRUM processes and methodologies.
• Familiarity with Government Processes, including Federal Acquisition & Finance.
• Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) practices, principles, and techniques as they apply to the Agile development process.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers.
• Proven ability to communicate technical details to a non-technical audience.
• Proficiency with data querying and analysis languages (e.g., SQL, M, DAX).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of SQL Databases and Query creation.
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Lifecycle or commercial contracting.
• Knowledge of Federal financial systems or commercial accounting.
• Ability to develop training materials and conduct end-user training sessions.
• Experience with Federal government contracting and/or program office organizations business processes.Experience with RPA and AI/ML technologies.
• Required Certification(s): N/A.
• Desired Certification(s): Certifications that show the desire for learning and continued education (e.g., IBM or Tableau certifications).

(Required or Preferred) Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or an IT related field, which can be substituted for technical certifications or relevant experience.

Salary and Benefit Information:

The likely salary range for this position is $123,000 - $155,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position and could fall outside of this range.

Application Deadline:

October 31, 2026

Joining the Alpha Omega team entitles you to participate in all retirement benefits, plans of deferred compensation, health and insurance benefits, and other such benefits as set forth in the company’s policy and benefits manuals. See below, to name a few:

• 15 days PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave
• Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company’s holiday schedule each year)
• Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan)
• Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums
• 401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of service
• FSA/DFSA/HSA flexible benefit plans
• Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit

We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Company:

Alpha Omega is an award-winning solutions provider dedicated to delivering mission-enabling technology and strategic solutions for our customers. Since our founding in 2016, we have grown to over 700 employees nationwide consisting of former operators, technologists, and strategists who bring decades of government and industry experience. They are united by one purpose: ensuring our nation’s continued global leadership.

We have a unified operating model providing technical capabilities and solutions for customers across two main business units:

• National Security– supporting agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Navy, Air Force, Army, and the Department of State (DOS).
• National Resilience – supporting agencies such as Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Treasury, Health & Human Services (HHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Through strategic partnerships, intellectual property, and relentless drive for innovation, Alpha Omega is shaping the future of government technology. We are proud to be a Virginia Best Places to Work 8 times, an Inc. 5000 honoree 7 times, and a Washington Post Top Workplaces 4 times. Join us in driving transformation that secures the nation's future.

Culture and Values:

Guided by our core values—Harmony, Engagement, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity (HEART)— we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning and are committed to delivering high-impact solutions. We recognize and reward hard work.

Alpha Omega's culture is driven by our values and mission. We invest in top talent through mentorship, growth, and meaningful work. We value individuality, reward integrity, and foster a diverse, high-performing team united by purpose-at work, in service, and in the community.

Alpha Omega Integration, LLC (Alpha Omega) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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