Database Engineer

Pointer Technologies; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield

Dental and vision insurance

10% 401K matching

248 hours of PTO

Education and training budget of $5,250

Paid military leave

Paid maternity leave

Internal referral profit sharing

Employee Equity Program

Quarterly all hands meetings

Job summary

Pointer Technologies in Maryland is seeking a skilled Database Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable database solutions. The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge in database architecture, optimization, and security. Key responsibilities include database performance enhancement, ETL pipeline management, and collaboration with various teams. Candidates should hold a degree in Computer Science or a related field and have proficiency in both relational and NoSQL databases. Benefits include health insurance, 401K matching, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of SQL, database design, and normalization techniques.
• Experience with data warehousing and ETL tools.
• Knowledge of database security, backup, and disaster recovery processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable database systems.
• Optimize database performance through indexing and query optimization.
• Develop and manage ETL pipelines for seamless data flow.
• Collaborate with developers and data scientists to support data needs.
• Ensure database security and compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server)

NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra)

SQL

Database design and normalization

ETL tools (Apache Nifi, Talend, Informatica)

Cloud database solutions (AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, Azure SQL)

Database performance tuning

Scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Pointer Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Database Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient database solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the performance, reliability, and security of our database systems. Your expertise will play a critical role in supporting data-driven decision-making across our mission space.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of database architecture, a passion for optimization, and a commitment to delivering robust data solutions. This person is diligent, works well with others, inspired to learn, driven by mission and practices effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable database systems for high-performance applications.
• Optimize database performance through indexing, query optimization, and schema design.
• Develop and manage ETL pipelines to ensure seamless data flow and integration.
• Collaborate with software developers, data scientists, and business teams to support data needs.
• Ensure database security and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Perform regular backups, disaster recovery planning, and failover testing.
• Monitor database health, troubleshoot issues, and provide on-call support as needed.
• Research and implement emerging database technologies to enhance efficiency and scalability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Strong knowledge of SQL, database design, and normalization techniques.
• Experience with data warehousing and ETL tools (e.g., Apache Nifi, Talend, Informatica).
• Familiarity with cloud database solutions such as AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, or Azure SQL Database.
• Knowledge of database performance tuning and optimization strategies.
• Strong understanding of database security, backup, and disaster recovery processes.

Nice To Have

• Experience with big data platforms like Snowflake, Redshift.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for database deployment.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Clearance

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required

Benefits

• Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental, vision, long-term & short-term disability and life insurance
• 10% 401K matching with immediate vesting
• 248 hours of PTO with the ability to flex higher or lower
• Education and training budget of $5,250
• Paid military leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Internal referral profit sharing
• Employee Equity Program
• Quarterly all hands to promote transparency

Pointer Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other state or federal legally protected status.