Database Developer

We are building a team for one of the U.S. Federal Government's largest technology modernization programs, underpinning the U.S. capital markets. Built on AWS and leveraging an AI-powered software engineering platform, this program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with next-generation AI, Agentic AI, cloud technologies, and AI-driven engineering. If you are looking for technically challenging work, exceptional learning, and a résumé-defining opportunity with national impact, I would love to connect. Job Title: Database DeveloperPosition Type:Full- timeLocation:Reston, VA & client locations in the Washington, D.C. area as requiredDays Remote:3 days remotePosition Summary:The Database Developer designs and builds the data layer for a high-volume filing platform. This role develops database schemas, queries, and data pipelines using AWS data services, optimizes database and query performance, and supports data integrity, security, and compliance.Key Responsibilities: Design and implement database schemas, stored procedures, and queries. Build and maintain data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes. Optimize query and database performance for high-volume workloads. Support data modeling using AWS data services, including Aurora, RDS, DynamoDB, and S3. Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance. Collaborate with developers and data architects on data access patterns. Leverage AI-assisted tooling for query and pipeline development. Minimum Experience: 3+ years of database development experience. Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases on AWS. Experience with performance tuning and data security. Strong SQL and data-modeling experience. Mandatory Skills: Strong SQL skills. Strong data-modeling skills. Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases on AWS. Understanding of database and query performance tuning. Understanding of data security. Non-technical Requirements: Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to prioritize and self-start. Adaptability and flexibility as priorities shift. Willingness to collaborate, receive feedback, and respond to client requests. U.S. Citizenship. Ability to pass a 7-year background check. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Clearance. Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience with AWS data services, including Aurora, DynamoDB, and Redshift. Federal IT experience. High-volume transaction experience. Familiarity with AI-assisted data tooling.