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Database Administrator

Steampunk

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Remote · McLean, VA · Posted November 1, 2026

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  • Agile
  • AWS
  • SQL
  • Azure
  • CI/CD

About the job

Overview

We are looking for seasoned Data Administrator to work with our team and our clients to architect and develop data models, data warehouses, lakes, and lakehouses, data governance, services, and pipelines. We are looking for a more than just a "Database Administrator", but a technologist with excellent communication and customer service skills and a passion for data and problem solving.

Contributions

Lead and architect migration of data environments with performance and reliability.

Experience in crafting database / data warehouse solutions in cloud (Preferably AWS. Alternatively Azure, GCP).

Helping build the structure and design of the database

Implementing security measures for the data

Controlling access to the database

Building different environments for development, testing and production

Merging and migrating data when necessary

Updating and patching systems to maintain compliance

Designing and implementing data backups

Restoring lost data

Continually monitoring database systems

Key must have skill sets – database management

Support an Agile software development lifecycle

You will contribute to the growth of our Data Exploitation Practice!

Qualifications

Ability to hold a position of public trust with the US government.

5+ years of experience in database administration, information technology, database architecture, or a related field

Demonstrated on-the-job experience with large-scale data migration

Demonstrated on-the-job experience designing storage and retrieval solutions for both structured and unstructured data, in support of data science pipelines

Strong command of SQL tools

Advanced knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standards

Understanding of relational and dimensional data modeling

PowerShell and Unix shell scripting skills

Impeccable attention to detail

Demonstrated experience working with SQL and relational databases, query development and optimization (SQL) as well as working familiarity with a variety of databases, such as Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and others.

Experience with relational SQL and NoSQL databases

Familiarity with cloud technology, using AWS or Azure. Knowledge of managed service offerings (e.g. AWS EC2, EMR, RDS, Redshift) and demonstrated experience delivering in a cloud environment.

Demonstrated on-the-job experience supporting the development of related data artifacts

Data Dictionary

Entity Relationship Diagrams

Data Flow Diagram

Data Quality Plan

Data Management Plan

Data Asset Catalog

Experience working in a DevSecOps environment, utilizing CI/CD best practices

Demonstrated on-the-job experience developing specifications for modern large-scale data repositories including development of specifications for cloud-based database solutions

Demonstrated experience collaborating with staff, IT customers, and other technical and non-technical staff and contractors at all levels

Demonstrated experience working in an agile environment and leading agile projects

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, business, or a scientific or technical discipline

About steampunk

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $115,000 to $135,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology , we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.