Database Engineer- Secret clearance eligible with Security Clearance

Travel Requirement: Up to 25% | Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance required | Citizenship: US Citizenship required Overview Sherpa 6 is seeking a talented Database Engineer with deep expertise in PostgreSQL to join our team and play a crucial role in designing, optimizing, and maintaining our data infrastructure. We build mission‑critical systems for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other commercial customers. You will collaborate closely with engineering, QA, and product owners to ensure our databases are scalable, secure, and high‑performing as we continue to grow our platform and data‑driven capabilities. Responsibilities Design and maintain PostgreSQL database architectures to support application and analytical workloads. Develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and database functions for high performance and reliability. Ensure data integrity and security, including backups, disaster recovery, and access controls. Monitor and tune database performance using tools like pg_stat_statements, EXPLAIN ANALYZE, and pgBadger. Collaborate with developers to review schema changes and ensure efficient database usage patterns. Automate database operations through CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible). Develop and support migration plans. Troubleshoot production issues and provide on‑call support for critical database incidents. Document database standards, procedures, and schemas for consistency across teams. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of hands‑on experience designing and tuning PostgreSQL databases for production environments. Strong knowledge of SQL, query optimization, indexing, and execution plans. Solid understanding of database replication, failover, and backup/restore strategies. Proficiency with source control systems (Git, branching strategies, tagging). Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash, Groovy, PowerShell). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a keen attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams. Exceptional Candidate Qualities Experience with PostgreSQL extensions (e.g., PostGIS, TimescaleDB, pg_partman). Working knowledge of cloud environments (AWS RDS, Aurora PostgreSQL, GCP Cloud SQL, or Azure Database for PostgreSQL). Knowledge of ETL pipelines, data warehousing, or analytics systems. Certification in PostgreSQL administration (e.g., EDB Certified PostgreSQL DBA). Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., Redis, MongoDB). Knowledge of Linux operating systems. About Sherpa 6 At Sherpa 6 we love to solve problems and provide the best solutions for our customers. Our approach to problem solving is user‑focused and design‑driven, creating solutions that are simple yet functional and effective. We are enthusiastic forward‑thinkers excited to build amazing solutions with bleeding‑edge technology. We hire people who are forward‑thinking, passionate, collaborative, and eager to learn. As a Service‑Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we know what it means to serve and are committed to protecting and giving our warfighters the edge they need in harm’s way. Background Screening / Check / Investigation Successful completion of a background screening/check/investigation will/may be required as a condition of hire. ADA Sherpa 6 will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990.

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Sherpa 6 does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/opportunity/affirmative action employer. Benefits Competitive benefits package, covering the cost of medical for you and your family. Dental, vision, health and wellness benefits. Generous retirement savings plan. Generous PTO policy. Salary Range Proposed salary range is reflective across all Sherpa 6 locations, years of experience, and skill levels. Salary negotiations will be based on a host of factors including but not limited to your geographic location, prior experience, relevant skills, education, and certifications. Salary Description: $90,000‑125,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr Sherpa 6, Inc.