Database Developer Jr

Job Summary

A Database Developer is part of a team that creates database code using a variety of tools. Database developers are expected to be proficient in core database development principles and methodologies. They must be able to break requirements down into appropriately sized packages, Procedures or functions that are consistent with the established enterprise architecture. Database developers are also able to quickly troubleshoot and resolve issues and make recommendations to improve performance and reliability. They are also able to review requirements and estimate accurate development hours and schedule costs.

As with any position, additional expectations exist, which include, but are not limited to:

• Adhering to typical working hours
• Meeting deadlines
• Following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook
• Communicating regularly with assigned supervisor
• Staying focused on the assigned tasks
• Completing other tasks as assigned

Responsibilities

• Participate in the SAFe Agile Scrum team environment with a focus on planning and delivering changes iteratively
• Review requirements and develop accurate estimates
• Assist with schema design, code review, SQL query tuning
• Upgrade and improve application schemas and data upgrades
• Process work accurately and in a timely manner
• Work independently or in teams with minimal supervision
• Effectively communicate with customers and other team members
• Takes ownership of system and software to ensure minimal defects
• Help troubleshoot and resolve production issues

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Must have an active DOD Secret Clearance (or the ability to obtain)
• Must have Level 1 or higher IAT Certification: A+ CE, CCNA-Security, CND, Network+ CE, SSCP (or obtain Level 1 or higher IAT certification within 6 months)
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Information Systems, Computer Science, or another related field
• Demonstrated proficiency in Database languages including Oracle SQL and PL/SQL script development
• Demonstrated proficiency in writing database code and queries and participate in code reviews
• Demonstrated proficiency to develop stored procedures, packages, functions, triggers, policies for databases (e.g.in Oracle 19c)
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating tables, views, indexes, triggers, types, packages, and other database objects as needed
• Demonstrated proficiency in system design, upgrades, and maintenance according to business needs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining database design and system documentation (DBDD)
• Demonstrated proficiency in designing and updating databases in accordance with DISA STIGs
• Knowledge of Database security features implementation to support the STIGs compliance
• Demonstrated experience working with development tools like TOAD, SQL Server Management Studio, Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Artifactory
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient computer skills and ability to use word processing tools, i.e. Google Docs

Preferred Qualifications

• 0 - 3 years' Oracle Database Development experience
• MS SQL Server experience is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshooting and resolving database integrity, performance, blocking/deadlocking, connectivity, and security issues
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with users, project teams, and management.
• Demonstrated ability to work on a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity where analysis of the situation or data requires thorough identification of factors and analysis of impact
• Demonstrated ability to respond to significant inquiries from users
• Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Company Summary

Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team.

VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.