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Senior Database Engineer - Raytheon
Software Engineer
Lead design, implementation, and optimization of mission‑critical databases using SQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and NoSQL technologies, ensuring high availability, security, and compliance for national defense systems.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and maintain scalable relational and NoSQL database solutions for classified defense applications.
- Design and enforce data models, schemas, and indexing strategies to meet performance and security requirements.
- Develop and optimize ETL pipelines, data migration scripts, and data quality checks.
- Collaborate with software, security, and operations teams to implement secure database access controls and audit trails.
- Monitor database health, troubleshoot issues, and implement capacity planning and disaster recovery plans.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in database engineering with deep expertise in SQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and NoSQL platforms.
- Strong background in data modeling, performance tuning, and high‑availability architecture.
- Experience with secure coding practices, encryption, and compliance with federal security standards.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment.
Skills
sqlpostgresqloracle