Database Engineer

Company: Maxar Technologies
Location: Herndon
Posted on: October 22, 2024

Job Description:

Please review the job details below. Maxar is seeking a Database Engineer with experience in database performance optimization, configuration management, and performance testing to support our ongoing efforts to improve and maintain efficient database systems. You will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our databases, helping us to identify inefficiencies, optimize configurations, and introduce performance testing practices to prevent regressions.Maxar is a leader in the field of signal and image processing. This team builds innovative solutions that support critical missions for defense and intelligence communities, while also supporting efforts for planetary health and sustainability. Now is your chance to make a meaningful impact by improving the performance and reliability of the databases that underpin some of the world's most critical systems.As an industry-leading earth observation satellite imagery provider, Maxar unlocks the potential of space to help governments and businesses solve problems on Earth and beyond. We monitor global change, deliver broadband communications, and advance space operations with capabilities in Space Infrastructure and Earth Intelligence.Principal Responsibilities:

• Optimize database performance by identifying and resolving inefficiencies.
• Ensure database configurations are properly managed through configuration management (CM) practices.
• Implement and manage performance testing tools, such as JMeter or alternatives, to prevent performance regressions.
• Collaborate with software and system engineers to ensure optimal integration and performance of the database systems.
• Support proactive database performance monitoring and troubleshooting.Minimum Requirements:
  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline (4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree).
  • 5+ years of experience in database engineering, database performance optimization, and configuration management.
  • Ability to work in both classified and unclassified environments on location 5 days a week in Herndon, VA or Melbourne, FL.
  • Strong understanding of database technologies and systems.
  • Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or similar alternatives.
  • Experience with version control systems for managing database configurations.
  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, Postgres, Mongo databases, Liquibase and SQL queries.
  • Experience with Java, SpringBoot, and Hibernate.Desired Skills:
    • Experience with automated testing.
    • Proficient in identifying database inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
    • Understanding of regression testing and performance monitoring tools.
    • Ability to work in both classified and unclassified environments. In support of pay transparency at Maxar, we disclose salary ranges on all of our U.S. job postings. We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. To accommodate all locations, we have listed the bottom to the top of the possible range, and will share the target range for a specific location during the recruiting discussion. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidates unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is: $89,000.00 - $189,000.00 annually. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: This position will be posted for a minimum of three business days, and will be posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law. Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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