Pointer Technologies · 1 day ago
Pointer TechnologiesDatabase Engineer
Annapolis Junction, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelPointer Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Database Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient database solutions. The role involves ensuring the performance, reliability, and security of database systems while collaborating with various teams to support data needs.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain scalable database systems for high-performance applications
Optimize database performance through indexing, query optimization, and schema design
Develop and manage ETL pipelines to ensure seamless data flow and integration
Collaborate with software developers, data scientists, and business teams to support data needs
Ensure database security and compliance with industry standards and regulations
Perform regular backups, disaster recovery planning, and failover testing
Monitor database health, troubleshoot issues, and provide on-call support as needed
Research and implement emerging database technologies to enhance efficiency and scalability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Proficiency in relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra)
Strong knowledge of SQL, database design, and normalization techniques
Experience with data warehousing and ETL tools (e.g., Apache Nifi, Talend, Informatica)
Familiarity with cloud database solutions such as AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, or Azure SQL Database
Knowledge of database performance tuning and optimization strategies
Strong understanding of database security, backup, and disaster recovery processes
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required
Preferred
Experience with big data platforms like Snowflake, Redshift
Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for database deployment
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Certification in database technologies (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional)
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
Benefits
Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Dental, vision, long-term & short-term disability and life insurance
10% 401K matching with immediate vesting
248 hours of PTO with the ability to flex higher or lower
Education and training budget of $5,250
Paid military leave
Paid maternity leave
Internal referral profit sharing
Employee Equity Program
Quarterly all hands to promote transparency
Paid company lunches
Culture building events and parties
The best company swag around
Company
Pointer Technologies
Pointer Technologies provides mission specific software services aimed at solving our nations toughest technical problems.
Founded in 2023
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase