Database Engineer​/Developer III

Title

Database Engineer/ Developer III

K ’s National Security Solutions team provides high‑end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

• Innovative Projects: K ’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work:
  Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

The Database Engineer/ Developer will be responsible for performing tasks relating to integrating database Management System (DBMS) applications, including definition, design, structure, documentation, upgrades, long‑range requirements, operational guidelines, and protection for knowledge management applications and uses. Duties may include entering and reviewing data within the database, ensuring user data integrity, maintaining database support tools, database tables and dictionaries, recovery and back‑up procedures, and making recommendations regarding enhancements and/or improvements.

Develops solutions to complex technical issues and problems that impact multiple area or disciplines. Regularly employs ingenuity and creativity to develop new technical solutions and systems in order to achieve functional objectives. Communicates with team members across multiple areas and client team members. Works to influence project/team leaders regarding solution design, process and/or approaches.

• Location:
  
  On‑site
• Travel Requirements:
  Minimal 0‑20%
• Working Hours:
  
  Standard

• Must have an active Secret security clearance to be considered for the position
• Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a related field
• Eight (8) years of experience designing, executing, and delivering agile data/database management leveraging at least one (1) of the following areas:
• Data/Database Engineering:
  Expertise with database/memory/file systems optimization and architecture, Application Program Interfaces (APIs), analytics as a service, optimization of data flows, and data plumbing. Additionally, must have documented experience creating, manipulating, and maintaining large datasets.
• Statistics:
  Expertise with statistical modeling, experimental design, sampling, clustering, data reduction, confidence intervals, testing, modeling, and predictive modeling.
• Mathematics:
  Expertise with big data and performing inventory management, forecasting, optimization, and supply chain analysis.
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning:
  Expertise utilizing artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques for developing and running algorithms and dealing with computational complexity.
• The candidate must also possess adeptness in interfacing with clients and demonstrated expertise in Structured Query Language (SQL).

• TS/SCI Clearance

40hrs

$150,000 - $170,000

K  may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign‑on bonus, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at K . Let’s shape the future together.

K  offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision.

Belong, Connect and Grow at K . At K , we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow.

We Deliver – Together.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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