Database Architect with SQL expertise 🏆

Position

Database Architect with SQL expertise
Salary: $107,900 – $195,050 per year

Company

Leidos – More about us and the role:
At Leidos, we pride ourselves on being a leader in technology and innovation, catering to government and commercial clients with advanced digital solutions. Our headquarters in Reston, Virginia, houses a team of 47,000 global employees, all dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We are committed to providing a robust benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health and wellness initiatives, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans. Our work cultivates a supportive environment where shared knowledge and mentorship are paramount, ensuring that all team members can thrive regardless of their status as contractor or employee. We're eager to welcome you into the Leidos family!

Location

Woodlawn Drive 1801, Baltimore, United States

Category

Architect Developer / Engineer

Tech Stack

• AWS
• Lambda
• Redshift
• Architect
• Bash
• CloudWatch
• EC2
• ETL
• IAM
• Support
• Linux
• Machine Learning
• NoSQL
• Power BI
• PowerShell
• Python
• SQL
• Security
• Snowflake
• Tableau
• Terraform
• TDD
• Cloud

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a similar discipline; a Masters or Doctorate may substitute for required experience
• Over 7 years of experience as a Database Architect
• Familiar with AWS database services, including Amazon RDS, AuroraDB, DynamoDB, Redshift, ElastiCache, EMR, and Neptune
• Knowledge of AWS security best practices (IAM, encryption, VPC, security groups) and compliance mandates for data storage
• Strong diagnostic skills for AWS-related issues and incidents
• Proficiency in optimizing queries, managing caching, clustering, and applying auto‑scaling to accommodate workloads
• Experienced in automation and scripting (CloudFormation, Terraform, AWS CLI, Python, Bash, PowerShell) for managing databases and workflows
• Ability to obtain and retain a Public Trust security clearance

Responsibilities

• Leverage AWS database and data processing tools, including Amazon RDS, AuroraDB, DynamoDB, Redshift, ElastiCache, EMR, and Neptune
• Set up, launch, and oversee EMR clusters, ensuring efficiency in performance and cost, while integrating various data sources
• Design scalable, secure, and high‑performing database solutions
• Connect databases with other AWS services such as Lambda, S3, EC2, and Glue
• Implement AWS security best practices and ensure compliance for data storage
• Develop backups, disaster recovery protocols, high availability, and failover strategies (Multi‑AZ, read replicas)
• Address issues and incidents related to AWS
• Create, implement, and manage virtual data warehouses in Snowflake
• Author complex SQL queries for data analysis, transformation, and reporting
• Optimize queries and manage caching, clustering, and auto‑scaling mechanisms for workloads
• Ensure adherence to SSA security, privacy, and data management guidelines
• Communicate effectively with management, customers, teams, or vendors, tailoring technical information to the appropriate audience
• Offer guidance and support to junior and mid‑level developers
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness initiatives
• Income protection
• Paid leave
• Retirement plans
• Supportive environment with mentorship and knowledge sharing

Additional Information

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