Database Engineer

Location: Remote Required: Clearance:  Public Trust  Required Certifications: N/A Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related discipline Required Experience: 5 years of relevant experience; Degree may be substituted for 8 years of experience Description PingWind is seeking a Database Engineer to join our team supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a fully remote position.  Responsibilities span the entire software development lifecycle, focusing on automation, efficiency, and reliability Responsibilities • Design scalable, secure, and highly available cloud database solutions. Choose appropriate database types (relational, NoSQL, etc.) based on application needs. Develop data models and schema designs. • Provision and configure cloud database instances (e.g., Amazon RDS, Azure SQL, Oracle Autonomous etc.,). Migrate on-premises databases to the cloud, ensuring data integrity and minimal downtime. Plan and execute database upgrades. • Monitor database performance using cloud-native and third-party tools. Identify and resolve bottlenecks (e.g., slow queries, resource constraints). Implement indexing, partitioning, and caching strategies. • Implement access controls, encryption, and auditing. Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., HIPAA, HL7, etc.). Regularly review and update security policies. • Set up automated backup and disaster recovery solutions. Test and document recovery procedures. Configure replication, failover, and clustering for high availability. • Automate database provisioning and configuration using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. Develop scripts for routine maintenance and monitoring. • Work with developers, DevOps, and IT teams to support application requirements. Troubleshoot database-related issues and provide technical support. Document database environments and procedures. • Monitor and optimize database resource usage to control cloud costs. Recommend right-sizing and cost-saving measures. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering or technical discipline • 5 years relevant experience. • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills • Expert communication and client management skills • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills • Flexible, able to adapt to different customer groups and expectations • Experience working in and with cross-functional teams • Outcome-oriented approach focused on delivering value to end users backed by measurable, data-driven results • U.S. Citizenship; Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance About Pingwind PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com Our benefits include: · Paid Federal Holidays · Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options · 401k with matching · Paid vacation and sick leave · Continuing education assistance · Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance · Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources Veterans are encouraged to apply PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.