Database Engineering Advisor

MedStar Health; Herndon (VA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Data Engineer Advisor to lead AI-powered workload automation. This fully remote position focuses on designing advanced database solutions and collaborating across teams to support data infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have deep technical expertise paired with leadership experience, contributing to innovative projects and mentoring a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' experience with a BS/BA.
• Strong SQL proficiency and experience leading engineering teams.
• Familiarity with data modeling and cloud-native architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of database solutions for AI-driven workflows.
• Collaborate to architect scalable and secure data infrastructure.
• Guide a team in developing data pipelines and improving SQL code.

Skills

SQL

Leadership

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Sciences or Computer Science

Tools

SQL Server Management Studio

Visual Studio

Power BI

Git

ETL tools

Job description

We're seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer Advisor to spearhead AI-powered workload automation initiatives and inspire a high-performing team. The ideal candidate blends deep technical expertise with proven leadership experience and is looking to take the next step as a Database Engineering Advisor.

This is a 100% Remote position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and optimization of advanced database solutions supporting AI-driven workflows.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to architect scalable, secure, and high-performing data infrastructure.
• Guide a team of engineers in developing data pipelines using tools like SSIS, SSRS, and SSDT.
• Review, refine, and standardize SQL code and stored procedures to enhance performance and maintainability.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions using ERDs, data flow diagrams, and agile methodologies.
• Champion continuous learning, mentoring peers in SQL, cloud integration, DevOps, and modern database architectures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years' experience with a BS/BA; minimum of 6 years with an MS/MA; minimum of 3 years with a PhD.
• US Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T5/SSBI federally adjudicated clearance.
• Proficiency in SQL Server Management Studio, T-SQL, and stored procedure optimization.
• Experience leading engineering teams with a focus on collaboration and delivery excellence.
• Hands-on expertise in Visual Studio, SSDT, Git-based version control (e.g., GitKraken, Azure DevOps), and ETL tools.
• Familiarity with report development in Power BI, SSRS, and foundational understanding of Tableau.
• Solid understanding of data modeling, schema design, and relational/non-relational database systems (e.g., Redis, MongoDB, Snowflake).
• Experience with Microsoft Azure, data warehousing, and cloud-native architectures.
• Strong communication skills to craft, tailor, and deliver presentations and papers on complex concepts.
• Ability to analyze key issues, draw conclusions from data, and recommend solutions to meet customer needs.

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to AI/ML tools and integrating data pipelines with AI models.
• Knowledge of GraphQL, SSAS, and data orchestration tools.
• Enthusiasm for knowledge sharing, team development, and data governance best practices.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Sciences, Computer Science, or related field.

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