Senior Database Developer

EM Key Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Database Developer to lead innovative data management solutions. This role combines strategic project management with technical expertise in database development and automation. You'll be responsible for establishing secure data storage environments, implementing governance policies, and ensuring data integrity across various systems. Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting federal missions with robust and compliant data solutions. If you are passionate about data architecture and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of federal experience in database development and data management.
• Expertise in designing and implementing relational databases and ETL processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise data management frameworks.
• Oversee the development of a centralized data repository and enforce governance policies.

Skills

SQL Server

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Data Analysis

Data Modeling

Data Integration

Data Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

ERwin

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Senior Database Developer

The primary place of performance shall be at the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Office of Homeland Security Statistics (OHSS) Government Facility at 2703 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20593, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday (except federal holidays). Telework may be permitted if approved by the client.

EMKS is seeking a Contract Manager/Senior Database Developer who will lead the design, implementation, and oversight of OHSS's enterprise data management framework. This position combines strategic project management with deep technical expertise in data architecture, database development, and automation. The role is responsible for assessing current data systems, establishing secure and scalable data storage and processing environments, and implementing automation tools that support data collection, cleansing, transformation, and reporting. The candidate will oversee the development of a centralized data repository, enforce data governance policies, ensure data integrity and accessibility, and manage system integration across internal and external data sources. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in database development, data pipeline automation, and leading cross-functional technical teams in federal environments, ensuring that OHSS's expanding data mission is supported by robust, compliant, and future-ready solutions.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated expertise with database management systems, including SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL.
• Extensive experience designing, implementing, and maintaining relational databases, data warehouses, and ETL processes.
• Proficiency in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, and Data Integration, including familiarity with tools like ERwin or similar data modeling software.
• Experience with Data Governance frameworks and practices to ensure data quality and compliance.
• Serves as a single point of contact for the Contracting Officer and the COR by being aware of work being conducted across all tasks, being available to the COR via telephone or email during work hours, and responding to requests for discussion or resolution of problems within twenty-four hours of notification.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline is required. Master's degree preferred.
• 15 years or more of federal onsite experience supporting and understanding agency policies and workflows.
• Experience developing stored procedures, functions, and triggers to support application development.
• Familiarity with cloud-based database platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Strong knowledge of federal security standards (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP) as applicable to database design and implementation.

NOTE: General work experience may be substituted for education. The requirement for education levels can be substituted at the rate of 2 years of experience for every year of education. An associate's degree is 2 years of education, a Bachelor's degree is 4 years, and a Master's degree is 6 years of education. The years of specific experience to satisfy an education requirement cannot be used to fill the work experience requirement.

Clearance:

Public Trust or equivalent clearance is desired. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

About EM Key Solutions:

Founded in 2015, EM Key Solutions, Inc. (EMKS) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) offering a broad range of services to support Federal Government enterprises in meeting their mission requirements and business demands. Relationships are key to EMKS! We adopt a customer-centric approach and proven management processes for every project we undertake. Through sound leadership and management principles, EMKS focuses on offering its clients the solutions they need to be successful at the most competitive rates throughout the project management lifecycle.

If you are curious to learn more about EM Key Solutions, please visit our website at EMKS.com

EMKS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring and retaining qualified and talented individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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