Database Architect
Columbia, MDLocation: Columbia, MD, 20588
Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $100,000–$135,000 (USD)
Final compensation may vary based on experience, education, location, and skill level. Bonus eligibility and benefits may apply.
A full-time opportunity is available for a Database Architect to design and implement enterprise-scale database solutions and support data architecture initiatives. This role involves modeling, building, and maintaining large relational databases and data warehouse systems, as well as supporting the development of reporting solutions and dashboards.
The ideal candidate will have deep experience in Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes, data pipeline automation, and dashboard development, with a strong focus on performance optimization and integration within cloud-based environments.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design and implement strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks
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Define and maintain standards for database operations, programming, queries, and security
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Create optimized data models for data warehouses and reporting workflows
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Integrate new data systems with existing infrastructure and enhance system performance
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Perform data ingestion, cleaning, and transformation for 2–3 new datasets
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Automate ETL processes and data uploads
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Maintain current datasets and extract data to S3 locations
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Create staging, fact, and dimension tables for extracted data
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Develop and maintain reporting tables and build dashboards from new data sources
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Deliver 2 new dashboards and maintain existing visualization solutions
Required Qualifications:
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3 to 10+ years of relevant experience
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Master’s degree (M.A./M.S.) in a related technical field
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Strong proficiency in R and/or SQL for data extraction and transformation
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Experience supporting exploratory data analysis projects
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Proficiency with ETL tools and platforms, including:
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Databricks, Python, Spark, Scala, JavaScript/JSON, and PL-SQL
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Experience building and optimizing data pipelines and automation workflows
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U.S. citizenship and active Secret clearance required
Desired Skills:
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Experience creating dashboards with Qlik or similar business intelligence tools
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Familiarity with cloud data structures including AWS S3, delta tables, and external tables
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Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality results with minimal oversight
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Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical content to both technical and non-technical audiences
Interested candidates should submit a current resume detailing their relevant experience and education. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and hold an active Secret clearance.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.