Senior Database Administrator

$82,100 - $172,400/Yr

CACI International - Chantilly, VA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Chantilly, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

CACI is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to support the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Integrated Business System (IBS) program. This role involves architecting, developing, maintaining, and enhancing database infrastructure for modern web-based business systems applications. The position requires strong problem-solving and communication skills, and offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and manage multiple SQL and NoSQL databases, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Provide analytical and diagnostic capabilities to identify opportunities for improving system and data boundaries.
• Play a critical role in the development and deployment process, mentoring new developers.
• Develop, modify, and design software systems to meet client needs.
• Provide technical support for system enhancements and bug fixes.
• Create, modify, and execute test plans and scripts.
• Collaborate with business analysts and development managers to ensure project requirements are met.

Requirements

• An active DoD Secret clearance.
• Comprehensive understanding of modern database design and management best practices.
• Strong understanding of software development and release management processes.
• Expertise in distributed systems and architectures such as statement-based replication and event-based service mesh.
• Expertise in troubleshooting, log analysis, performance tuning, and disaster recovery processes.
• Proficiency in SQL and PL/SQL for building complex data structures.
• Experience in Event Driven Microservice environments using technologies like Kafka and AWS SQS.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Agile, Scrum, and JIRA.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git and SVN.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Wellness programs
• Financial benefits
• Retirement plans
• Family support
• Continuing education opportunities
• Flexible time off benefits