Database Engineer II

Job Description

Job Description

Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success.

ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at

Your Mission:

Join ClearEdge as a Database Engineer II where you will help transition from manual system security evaluations to an automated, streamlined process. You’ll leverage your expertise in database design and development to create robust solutions that enhance continuous monitoring, assessment, and data gathering throughout project lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop workflows, database structures, and parsing software that meet the evolving needs of the organization while ensuring efficient data retrieval and management.

You Will Excel in this Role if You Are:

• Innovative and Forward-Thinking : Capable of envisioning and implementing automated solutions for complex database challenges
• Technical and Detail-Oriented : Experienced in designing and developing database structures that align with overarching system architectures
• Collaborative and Communicative : Comfortable working with teams to integrate database capabilities with various front-end applications and services
• Proficient in Modern Technologies : Skilled in using contemporary frameworks and tools for database development and management

A Day in the Life:

• Develop and maintain database structures that fit seamlessly into the overall system architecture
• Lead the creation of new workflows to replace existing manual processes, enhancing efficiency
• Provide technical expertise for database design, implementation, and data analysis
• Support the development and testing of Python-based ReST endpoints and microservices using Django and Flask frameworks
• Interact with databases such as MariaDB, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL to send data in JSON format to UI front ends

Must Haves:

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and a minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Database Engineer in similar programs and contracts
• Proficiency in Python and experience with databases like MongoDB or MariaDB
• Experience using Django or Flask for web application development
• Understanding of ReST endpoints and microservice architecture

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with Swagger for API documentation
• Experience with AWS, C2S, or other cloud computing environments
• Knowledge of Docker for containerization
• Proficiency with IDEs like Visual Studio Code
• Understanding of JSON and XML serialization
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, and Git version control
• Experience working in an Agile development environment

ClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. We believe in developing our people, promoting from within, and fostering long-term career growth across the organization.

Our Core Values—Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability—guide everything we do. These principles shape our culture, inform our decisions, and drive our commitment to excellence in support of our customers and partners.

If this position is not the right fit, we encourage you to visit our Careers page to explore other opportunities at ClearEdge or connect with one of our recruiters at View email address on us.fitly.work. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.