Senior Database Developer, Herndon

The Swift Group
is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA.
Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training.
Founded in ****, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.
Overview
We are looking for a skilled Senior Database Developer to join our dynamic team.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing scalable data pipelines and infrastructure, with a focus on AWS cloud services.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data-driven applications and analytics, ensuring efficient data flow and accessibility.
The ideal candidate will thrive in an Agile project management setting and possess a strong background in data management and processing.
The position is in Herndon, VA.
Responsibilities
Designing, developing, and managing database systems, particularly focusing on AWS RDS for PostgreSQL and SQL databases
Managing data structures and load routines to support application development and support application users
Working with reporting tools like Power BI
Developing and interfacing with Application Program Interfaces (APIs), supporting application development teams, and leveraging AWS environments for database and application support
The ideal candidate will thrive in an Agile project management setting and possess a strong background in data management and processing
Requirements
5+ years of relevant experience
Demonstrated database experience preferably with PostgreSQL and SQL databases
Proficiency in working with views, triggers, and stored procedures
Strong knowledge of SQL scripting, database indexing, and optimization techniques
Experience in developing and interfacing with APIs
Experience in developing, creating, and modifying data structures and load routines for business use
Expertise in working with relational data, including cleansing, transforming, and processing structured data
Knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments
Experience working within an Agile project management framework
Proven experience collaborating with diverse teams, including client staff, IT customers, and technical and non-technical stakeholders
US Citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required
Desired Experience
Experience designing, developing, and deploying AI and Generative AI models and algorithms
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and solve business challenges using AI technologies
Researching and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and GenAI
Experience with AWS Cloud Data Migration Services
Familiarity with Jira for project tracking and management
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau
AWS certifications related to data engineering or architecture
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We offer a $5,000 bonus for any referral candidate we hire, paid out at the new hire's 90-day mark.
The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Pay Range: $49,****** - $290,******
Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening.
Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.
At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.
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