Senior Database Engineer/Specialist

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Database Engineer/Specialist based in United States.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a senior data professional to bridge business needs and technical solutions in a mission-driven environment. You will lead requirements gathering, data analysis, database design, and analytics initiatives that support critical infrastructure and operational resilience. The role combines hands-on database engineering with stakeholder engagement, dashboard development, and data storytelling. You will translate complex or ambiguous business questions into practical, testable analytical solutions and actionable insights. Working across technical and business teams, you will help improve data quality, governance, reporting, and self-service analytics. The position also offers opportunities to mentor junior professionals and contribute to projects with meaningful public-sector and national-security impact. Success in this role requires strong analytical judgment, communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work independently in a collaborative environment.

Accountabilities: Lead structured requirements-gathering sessions with internal and external stakeholders through interviews, workshops, surveys, and collaborative working sessions to define data, reporting, and analytical needs.

Translate ambiguous business questions into clear analytical requirements, user stories, technical specifications, and actionable solutions.

Design and implement database structures that support application and business requirements, including schemas, tables, views, and indexes.

Optimize database performance and ensure data is stored, retrieved, validated, and maintained efficiently.

Create and maintain detailed documentation covering database configurations, processes, procedures, business requirements, data definitions, dashboard specifications, and change histories.

Establish and enforce data validation, quality assurance, accuracy, consistency, and governance practices across analytical products.

Perform exploratory and diagnostic data analysis using SQL and, where appropriate, Python or R to uncover trends, patterns, root causes, and business opportunities.

Design, build, and iterate on prototypes and proof-of-concept dashboards to validate requirements before full-scale development.

Develop and maintain production-grade dashboards and reports using Power BI or comparable business intelligence platforms.

Facilitate stakeholder review sessions and incorporate feedback through iterative development cycles, preferably within Agile/Scrum environments.

Collaborate with software developers, system architects, analysts, and other technical teams to integrate databases and analytical solutions with applications.

Present findings, insights, recommendations, and data-driven narratives to both technical audiences and executive leadership.

Build trusted relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and serve as a strategic advisor on data-driven decision-making.

Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate recurring activities, and expand self-service analytics capabilities.

Mentor junior analysts and contribute to best practices in requirements gathering, data storytelling, dashboard design, and analytical delivery.

Independently manage assigned initiatives from requirements through implementation while proactively resolving challenges with minimal oversight.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

At least 6 years of experience in business or data analysis, including demonstrated experience in requirements gathering and stakeholder management.

Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction, transformation, analysis, and database-related work.

Proven experience developing dashboards and data visualizations with Power BI, Tableau, Looker, Qlik, or similar platforms.

Experience creating prototypes, wireframes, or proof-of-concept solutions to validate analytical requirements before full development.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to investigate complex issues and develop practical, data-driven solutions.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts and analytical findings for non-technical stakeholders and executives.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.

Ability to work independently, take ownership of deliverables, and proactively resolve challenges while also collaborating effectively across technical and business teams.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC).

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance; an active Secret clearance is preferred.

Experience with Python or R for data manipulation and statistical analysis is preferred.

Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps is preferred.

Experience with cloud data platforms such as Azure, AWS, Snowflake, or Databricks is a plus.

Experience facilitating workshops, design-thinking sessions, or JAD sessions is advantageous.

Certifications such as CBAP, PMI-PBA, Power BI, or CompTIA Security+ are beneficial.

A master’s degree in a quantitative, analytical, business, or related field is preferred.

Experience within the defense industry or supporting government-related programs is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Remote work opportunity within the United States.

Strong emphasis on work-life balance and maintaining a healthy mix of professional and personal priorities.

Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and challenging data, analytics, and infrastructure projects.

Educational and professional development opportunities.

Recognition for high-quality work and meaningful contributions.

Collaborative culture with talented and diverse teams working together to solve complex challenges.

Opportunity to contribute to projects supporting energy, sustainability, resilience, security, and critical infrastructure.

Equal opportunity workplace committed to considering qualified applicants without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.

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