Database Engineer
$52.2k - $123.8kDatabase Engineer Position Description
Join a fast paced Agile team supporting enterprise scale Appian applications used across a mission critical environment. As a Database Engineer, you will design, optimize, and maintain the data structures, workflows, and integrations that power Appian applications. You will collaborate closely with Appian developers, architects, DevSecOps engineers, and business analysts to ensure data reliability, performance, auditability, and seamless integration with enterprise systems. This role is ideal for someone with strong SQL engineering skills who wants to apply them in a modern low code ecosystem while contributing to platform modernization and continuous improvement efforts.
This position is located in our Lafayette, Louisiana office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. Your future duties and responsibilities
. Develop, optimize, and maintain SQL database structures that support Appian CDTs, Records, and application workflows.
. Perform database performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization to improve Appian application responsiveness.
. Support integrations between Appian and enterprise systems (e.g., SharePoint, AWS services, LDAP, SailPoint) by engineering and maintaining data connections and supporting structures.
. Build and maintain ETL jobs or data pipelines used to feed Appian applications, reporting, and dashboards.
. Ensure data quality and integrity through validation logic, stored procedures, and workflow driven data controls.
. Collaborate with Appian developers, architects, and DevSecOps engineers to design and implement data solutions aligned with Appian platform standards.
. Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to user story refinement for data related requirements.
. Integrate database changes into CI/CD pipelines supporting automated Appian deployments and testing.
. Troubleshoot data related incidents, integration failures, and performance issues across Appian environments.
. Implement and enforce database security, access controls, and auditability requirements aligned with platform governance standards.
. Document database configurations, data flows, and integration points for technical and non technical stakeholders.
. Support modernization activities, including schema refactoring, migration planning, and technical debt remediation for Appian connected systems. Required qualifications to be successful in this role
. Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
. 1–5 years of experience in Microsoft SQL database development or database engineering
. Strong proficiency in SQL Server (T SQL), including stored procedures, indexing, performance tuning, and query optimization.
. 1+ years of professional experience using database comparison/script packaging software such as SQL Server Data Tools, RedGate SQL Compare, or similar tools
. Experience supporting integrations via APIs, ETL tools, or data pipelines.
. Understanding of Appian data structures (CDTs, Records, data stores) or experience supporting data for low code platforms.
. Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps environments.
. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
. Ability to meet federal background investigation requirements.
Desired qualifications/non essential skills required:
. Experience with cloud database services (Azure SQL, AWS RDS).
. Familiarity with Appian platform administration or development fundamentals.
. Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns used with Appian (REST/SOAP, OIDC, SAML, LDAP).
. Experience automating database operations using PowerShell or Python.
. Exposure to Appian ATF testing cycles and platform Health Check processes.
. Prior experience supporting government or regulated environments.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $52,200.00 $123,800.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $52,200.00 $123,800.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $52,200.00 $123,800.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
#CGIFederalJob
#LI RT1 Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at View email address on clients.njoyn.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned. We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
Join a fast paced Agile team supporting enterprise scale Appian applications used across a mission critical environment. As a Database Engineer, you will design, optimize, and maintain the data structures, workflows, and integrations that power Appian applications. You will collaborate closely with Appian developers, architects, DevSecOps engineers, and business analysts to ensure data reliability, performance, auditability, and seamless integration with enterprise systems. This role is ideal for someone with strong SQL engineering skills who wants to apply them in a modern low code ecosystem while contributing to platform modernization and continuous improvement efforts.
This position is located in our Lafayette, Louisiana office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. Your future duties and responsibilities
. Develop, optimize, and maintain SQL database structures that support Appian CDTs, Records, and application workflows.
. Perform database performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization to improve Appian application responsiveness.
. Support integrations between Appian and enterprise systems (e.g., SharePoint, AWS services, LDAP, SailPoint) by engineering and maintaining data connections and supporting structures.
. Build and maintain ETL jobs or data pipelines used to feed Appian applications, reporting, and dashboards.
. Ensure data quality and integrity through validation logic, stored procedures, and workflow driven data controls.
. Collaborate with Appian developers, architects, and DevSecOps engineers to design and implement data solutions aligned with Appian platform standards.
. Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to user story refinement for data related requirements.
. Integrate database changes into CI/CD pipelines supporting automated Appian deployments and testing.
. Troubleshoot data related incidents, integration failures, and performance issues across Appian environments.
. Implement and enforce database security, access controls, and auditability requirements aligned with platform governance standards.
. Document database configurations, data flows, and integration points for technical and non technical stakeholders.
. Support modernization activities, including schema refactoring, migration planning, and technical debt remediation for Appian connected systems. Required qualifications to be successful in this role
. Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
. 1–5 years of experience in Microsoft SQL database development or database engineering
. Strong proficiency in SQL Server (T SQL), including stored procedures, indexing, performance tuning, and query optimization.
. 1+ years of professional experience using database comparison/script packaging software such as SQL Server Data Tools, RedGate SQL Compare, or similar tools
. Experience supporting integrations via APIs, ETL tools, or data pipelines.
. Understanding of Appian data structures (CDTs, Records, data stores) or experience supporting data for low code platforms.
. Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps environments.
. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
. Ability to meet federal background investigation requirements.
Desired qualifications/non essential skills required:
. Experience with cloud database services (Azure SQL, AWS RDS).
. Familiarity with Appian platform administration or development fundamentals.
. Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns used with Appian (REST/SOAP, OIDC, SAML, LDAP).
. Experience automating database operations using PowerShell or Python.
. Exposure to Appian ATF testing cycles and platform Health Check processes.
. Prior experience supporting government or regulated environments.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $52,200.00 $123,800.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $52,200.00 $123,800.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $52,200.00 $123,800.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs
#CGIFederalJob
#LI RT1 Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at View email address on clients.njoyn.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned. We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.
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