Junior Database Developer

Inadev; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Inadev Corporation in Reston, VA is seeking a Junior Database Developer to design the data layer, build schemas, and develop ETL pipelines on AWS.

You will optimize performance, ensure data integrity and security for a high-volume filing platform, collaborating with developers and data architects on data access patterns and adopting AI-assisted tooling for development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of database development experience.
• Strong SQL and data-modeling skills.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases on AWS.
• Understanding of performance tuning and data security.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement database schemas, stored procedures, and queries.
• Build and maintain data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes.
• Optimize query and database performance for high-volume workloads.
• Support data modeling on AWS data services (Aurora, RDS, DynamoDB, S3).
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance.
• Collaborate with developers and data architects on data access patterns.
• Leverage AI-assisted tooling for query and pipeline development.

Skills

SQL

Data modeling

AWS

NoSQL

Performance tuning

Data security

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Aurora

RDS

DynamoDB

S3

Redshift

Job description

Position Summary

The Junior Database Developer designs and builds the data layer for the platform. You will develop schemas, queries, and data pipelines on AWS data services, optimize performance, and ensure data integrity and security for a high-volume filing platform.

Description

The Junior Database Developer designs and builds the data layer for the platform. You will develop schemas, queries, and data pipelines on AWS data services, optimize performance, and ensure data integrity and security for a high-volume filing platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement database schemas, stored procedures, and queries
• Build and maintain data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes
• Optimize query and database performance for high-volume workloads
• Support data modeling on AWS data services (Aurora, RDS, DynamoDB, S3)
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance
• Collaborate with developers and data architects on data access patterns
• Leverage AI-assisted tooling for query and pipeline development

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Inadev Corporation does not discriminate against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, or national origin

Integrity And Compliance Notice

All information provided by applicants must be complete, truthful, and accurate. Any intentional misrepresentation of skills, experience, credentials, or identity may result in removal from consideration for this and future employment opportunities.

For positions supporting U.S. federal government contracts, applicants may be subject to background investigations and employment eligibility verification in accordance with federal regulations. Providing false information during this process may be subject to review and action as required under applicable federal laws and security regulations.

Inadev is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a federal contractor committed to compliance with all applicable EEO, OFCCP, and federal hiring standards.

Requirements

Non-Technical Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be willing to work a HYRBID Schedule (2 Days) in Reston, VA & client locations in the Washington D.C. area as required.
• Ability to pass a 7-year background check and obtain/maintain a U.S. Government Clearance
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Must be able to prioritize and self-start.
• Must be adaptable/flexible as priorities shift.
• Must be enthusiastic and have passion for learning and constant improvement.
• Must be open to collaboration, feedback and client asks.
• Must enjoy working with a vibrant team of outgoing personalities.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of database development experience
• Strong SQL and data-modeling skills
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases on AWS
• Understanding of performance tuning and data security

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS data services experience (Aurora, DynamoDB, Redshift)
• Federal IT or high-volume transaction experience
• Familiarity with AI-assisted data tooling