Lead AWS Database Engineer

At Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc., we are a recognized federal contractor delivering mission‑critical cybersecurity, cloud computing, and Health IT solutions. Our team supports top federal agencies with innovative, security‑first approaches.

We are looking for a hands‑on Lead AWS Database Engineer to join our team and take ownership of designing, implementing, and managing cloud‑based database solutions. In this role, you will actively lead and contribute to complex database administration tasks, ensuring that systems meet technical, security, and business requirements.

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This is not a remote opportunity. Primary work will be performed on‑site at either the Next Phase Solutions & Services office in Columbia, MD, or at a designated government facility within the region, as directed by the client.

• Lead and perform AWS‑based database administration for large‑scale, high‑performance enterprise environments (e.g., Amazon RDS)
• Work hands‑on to design, implement, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure database solutions
• Collaborate with developers, security officers (ISSO), and infrastructure engineers to support integrated system performance
• Analyze system performance, conduct testing, and implement improvements to ensure reliability and scalability
• Support continuous improvement of database operations using Dev Ops tools and modern engineering practices
• Evaluate impacts of changes across systems and applications, ensuring alignment with compliance and security standards

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Significant hands‑on experience with AWS cloud database services, including Amazon RDS
• Proven experience in large‑scale database administration and engineering
• Strong understanding of system interactions, Dev Ops practices, and security compliance requirements
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and collaboration skills

• Experience supporting federal agencies (e.g., USCIS, DHS)
• Certifications in AWS database technologies or related cloud database specialties

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload based on the needs of the client
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and frequent changes in priorities
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent technical writing skills and proven experience in systems with complex requirements
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to team with others to meet project objectives
• Understanding of the system development lifecycle as implemented with Agile; SAFe knowledge a plus

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to navigate in an office setting unassisted
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
• Strong speaking skills, including the ability to articulate thoughts in a clear manner and excellent word enunciation skills, are required

• Employees of Next Phase shall, as an enduring obligation throughout their term of employment, adhere to all information security requirements as documented in company policies and procedures
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, with three days in the office per week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday) and two days working remotely (note: this position is located on‑site and is not eligible for a fully remote schedule)
• We are committed to your professional growth, providing opportunities for advancement and exposure to exciting projects and initiatives
• We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and professional growth and development opportunities. If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your application for consideration
• The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only, not a compensation or salary guarantee. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal…