Software Database Engineer/Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Infinity’s niche in the aerospace and defense industry is specialized solutions that help bridge the gap between space and ground. This is no small task, and we owe our success to our team who help us fulfill our mission; to match people with their legacies for betterment of the world. There is always a place at Infinity for a motivated, capable individual seeking a career to better the world. We prioritize supporting our team through exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and structured career development. At Infinity, WE ARE MORE – now, come be more with us!

Job Summary: 

Seeking a Software Engineer to design, build, test, and maintain robust database solutions as a Database Engineer/Administrator (DE/DA) that support a specific program within the organization. This role ensures the efficiency, security, and reliability of database applications while aligning with business objectives. The Database Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system performance.

Key Responsibilities: 

Software Development & Implementation: 

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and efficient software solutions to support program needs.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance software capabilities and performance.

Testing & Optimization: 

• Develop and execute unit, integration, and performance tests to ensure software reliability and security.
• Identify and implement optimizations to improve application efficiency and user experience.
• Debug and troubleshoot software issues to minimize disruptions and enhance performance.

Troubleshooting & Support: 

• Diagnose and resolve software issues, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
• Provide technical support for application performance, database interactions, and system integrations.
• Document software issues, resolutions, and preventative measures to improve future troubleshooting.

Project Management & Collaboration: 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to define and implement software requirements.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Work with stakeholders to prioritize software enhancements and ensure alignment with program goals.

Documentation & Compliance: 

• Create and maintain detailed software documentation, including technical specifications, architecture diagrams, and user manuals.
• Ensure compliance with software development standards, security protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation.

Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; or combination of education and experience.
• Experience: 5+ years software engineering experience with at strong focus on database design and administration
• Clearance: Active Secret
• Required Skills:
  
• Database Administration
• Database programming experience and data management
• Database Patch/Lifecycle Management
• Hands-on experience with database testing, performance tuning, and backup/recovery protocols
• Disaster Recovery and High Availability Knowledge
• Strong understanding of data security, user access controls, and compliance practices
• Oracle Database and Products Knowledge
• Postgress Database and Products Knowledge
• Linux Database Installation and Management Knowledge
• Knowledge with relation to database design/coding
• Experience with Object-Relation Mapping (ORM) and Data Access Object/Layers (DAL)
• Must be able to install/configure the Oracle Database on Unix
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, C/C++, C#, bash scripting).
• Strong knowledge of software design, development, and architecture.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and software development tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop and optimize complex software solutions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Preferred Skills:
• Hands on experience with containerized environments (Docker/Podman, Kubernetes)  and infrastructure-as-code tools (Ansible)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of database management systems (SQL and NoSQL).
• Experience with front-end and back-end development frameworks.
• Certifications in software engineering or relevant technologies are a plus.

Work Environment: 

Ability to work at a desk and operate a computer for extended periods.