PostgreSQL Database Administrator

ASHBURN, VA, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 57 minutes ago

Full Time

On-site

SAIC

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Skills

Application Development
Database Security
Access Control
Encryption
SQL
Performance Improvement
Continuous Integration and Development
Root Cause Analysis
Database Design
Data Modeling
Documentation
Mentorship
Training
Optimization
Database Performance Tuning
Query Optimization
Geographic Information System
PostGIS
Dynatrace
Scripting
Python
Bash
Cloud Computing
Remote Desktop Services
Amazon RDS
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Version Control
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Extract
Transform
Load
Data Warehouse Architecture
Analytics
Modeling
Replication
Regulatory Compliance
Soft Skills
Communication
Collaboration
Management
Attention To Detail
Computer Science
Amazon Web Services
Database
PostgreSQL
Database Administration
Security Clearance
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2600299

Location: ASHBURN, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-01-13

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Database Admin

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: Yes

Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Database Subject Matter Expert (SME) with strong Database Administrator (DBA) capabilities to join our team. The ideal candidate will specialize in PostgreSQL (RDS), bringing expertise in deployment, administration, query tuning, and database monitoring.

This role requires a proactive professional capable of managing database operations, optimizing performance, and supporting application development teams.

This role is hybrid-remote and requires 2 days on-site in Ashburn, VA per week.

Responsibilities:

Database Administration:
- Configure and administer managed PostgreSQL instances in the AWS environment.
- Maintain database security policies, including role-based access control and data encryption.
Query Tuning and Optimization:
- Analyze and optimize SQL queries for performance improvement, particularly on large tables.
- Work with development teams to review and enhance database-related code.
Monitoring and Alerts:
- Set up and monitor Dynatrace alerts to ensure database reliability and availability.
- Investigate and resolve performance issues identified through monitoring tools or reported by users.
Automation and Deployment:
- Develop and implement database automation scripts for routine tasks such as deployments, scaling, and maintenance.
- Assist in Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) processes for database updates.
System Health and Troubleshooting:
- Proactively monitor database health and resolve capacity or connectivity issues.
- Conduct root-cause analysis for database incidents and implement preventive measures.
Database Design and Support:
- Provide input on data modeling and schema design for new and existing applications.
- Collaborate with developers and data engineers to ensure efficient data access patterns.
Documentation and Best Practices:
- Create and maintain detailed documentation of database environments, procedures, and standards.
- Enforce database best practices and policies.
Training and Guidance:
- Act as a technical mentor to junior team members.
- Provide training to application developers and other stakeholders on database-related topics.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

DBA experience in PostgreSQL, including deployment, maintenance, and optimization.
Strong knowledge of database tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
Experience with Postgres GIS queries using the PostGIS addon.
Experience with database monitoring tools, particularly Dynatrace or similar platforms.
Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for database automation.
Understanding of cloud database architectures and services, such as AWS RDS.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and database version control.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills:

Knowledge of ETL pipelines and data warehouse architecture.
Familiarity with analytics/modeling tools.
Exposure to data replication and sharding strategies.
Knowledge of government regulatory compliance standards.

Soft Skills:

Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Five (5) years or more experience; master's degree and three (3) years or more experience;
Certifications such as AWS Certified Database - Specialty, PostgreSQL DBA Certification, or similar are a plus.
Note: Employment will be contingent upon having/obtaining a DHS Public Trust clearance prior to starting.

Onsite Requirement:

2 times a week in Ashburn, VA.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2600299
Posted 30+ days ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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