Database Developer

OverviewSCCI is seeking a Database Developer to join our team leading the design and implementation of a unified enterprise data architecture across a complex ecosystem of systems and projects. This role is responsible for defining the ontology to define how data is structured, related, governed, and scaled across the organization. In this position, you will operate at both a strategic and hands-on level—establishing standards, guiding implementation, and solving complex data integration challenges. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in database architecture, data modeling and system interoperability, along with the ability to translate fragmented, inconsistent data into a cohesive and extensible enterprise model. This position is located in Dahlgren, VA.SCCI offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits, 401k with Company Match, time off consisting of 2 weeks of paid vacation, 48 hours of sick/personal leave, and 11 paid Holidays.Responsibilities:Enterprise Data Architecture & Ontology LeadershipDefine and evolve the enterprise data ontology, including core entities, relationships, and semantic standardsEstablish canonical data models that align disparate systems into a unified structureLead the development of enterprise-wide data standards, naming conventions, and modeling guidelinesServe as the authority on how data should be structured and governed across the organizationData Modeling & System DesignDesign complex logical and physical data models spanning multiple domains and systemsArchitect solutions that balance normalization, performance, scalability, and usabilityDefine patterns for handling structured, semi-structured, and unstructured dataGuide teams in implementing consistent and reusable data structuresCross-System Integration & AlignmentLead efforts to reconcile conflicting data models across programs and applicationsDesign integration strategies that enable interoperability between systemsDefine data contracts and interface schemas between services and platformsIdentify and eliminate redundancy and inconsistency across enterprise datasetsUnstructured Data StrategyDevelop frameworks for structuring and integrating unstructured and semi-structured dataDefine metadata, tagging, and classification approaches to support discoverability and governanceEvaluate when to use relational vs. NoSQL vs. hybrid approachesData Governance & QualityEstablish and enforce data governance standards, including data quality, lineage, and validation rulesPartner with stakeholders to define authoritative data sources and master data domainsImplement strategies for data auditing, traceability, and compliancePerformance, Scalability & OptimizationArchitect high-performance data solutions capable of supporting enterprise-scale workloadsLead performance tuning strategies across databases, queries, and pipelinesDesign for scalability across cloud and hybrid environmentsTechnical Leadership & MentorshipProvide technical leadership to database developers and data engineersReview designs and implementations to ensure alignment with enterprise standardsMentor team members in data modeling, database design, and best practicesInfluence technical direction across multiple teams and programsCollaboration & Stakeholder EngagementWork closely with enterprise architects, application developers, and business stakeholdersTranslate business/domain needs into scalable data architecturesLead design reviews and communicate complex data concepts clearlyEssential Skills and Experience:Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret Security ClearanceBachelor's (BS) Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or similar technical degreeSeven (7) – Twelve (12)+ years of experience in database development, data engineering, or data architectureDeep expertise in relational database design and advanced SQLProven experience designing enterprise-scale data models and architecturesStrong experience integrating data across multiple systems and domainsDemonstrated ability to structure and model unstructured/semi-structured dataExperience with ETL/ELT pipelines and large-scale data transformationStrong understanding of data governance, data quality, and data lifecycle managementPreferred Skills and Experience:Have an active Secret Security ClearanceExperience building or contributing to enterprise data ontologies, semantic layers, or knowledge graphsFamiliarity with Master Data Management (MDM) and canonical data modeling approachesExperience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data stacksKnowledge of data cataloging and metadata management toolsExperience with distributed systems and event-driven architecturesProgramming experience (Python, Java, or similar) for data processing and automationSCCI is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the needs of Employees and their families. 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