Database Systems Engineer

Role Description

Planned Systems International (PSI), a Government Contractor, has an immediate opportunity available for a Database Systems Engineer with database and software development experience. The candidate will provide software engineering and integration support for the Veterans Affairs (VA) Independent Enterprise Testing Support Services (IETSS) contract. Candidate will work with various applications such as:

• The VA’s Veterans Health Information System Technology Architecture (VistA)
• Oracle Health (formerly Cerner) Millennium
• Other EHR systems

Required skills include:

• Python script development
• Working with Oracle and MS SQL databases
• Building Python based websites
• Knowledge of network protocols
• Knowledge of AI tools for software development and data analysis (a plus)
• Testing capability skills, such as designing and creating test cases
• System integration with external components
• Understanding system architecture and database development

Candidate will actively participate in collaborative meetings with the VA customer, contract teammates, VA project teams, and other key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related field
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered if other requirements are met
• At least 10 years of overall information technology experience
• Experience in Software Engineering including development, integration experience, architecture analysis, and testing the integration between applications, databases, and external applications
• Experience working in Oracle or SQL Server in a UNIX/VMS/Windows environment

Requirements

• Evaluate, implement, test, and manage technology solutions
• Develop and execute architecture strategies, feasibility studies, and integration analyses
• Independently gather and define the architecture requirements and ensure that the architectures are compatible and in compliance with the appropriate IT organization and project standards
• Analyze application architecture of the systems, perform risk assessments, and establish appropriate architecture for testing environments
• Work simultaneously on multiple tasks if necessary, handle changing priorities, be detail oriented, and work independently
• Write effective client deliverable analysis reports with little to no supervision
• Utilize organizationally established architecture tools, repositories, and repository management processes to capture, publish, and maintain architecture artifacts
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills and customer service skills
• Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and obtain a Government-granted Security clearance

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Paid leave
• Options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance
• Flexible spending account and health saving account options for pre-tax savings
• Company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution match that is immediately vested
• Investment in the professional growth of employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs