KBR Hiring For Database and Software Engineer at Huntsville, AL Full Time

Title:

Database and Software Engineer

Develop innovative weapon systems for the Warfighter!

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

Join a diverse team of talented and inspired engineers and analysts to develop US Army Air and Missile Defense systems in Huntsville, Alabama.

The KBR Team in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Database and Software Engineer to support the design and management of desktop and web applications and their underlying databases, including the implementation and configuration of structured databases for big data analytics within a government enterprise. This candidate will be part of a software tools development team and will be responsible for administering and maintaining SQL Server databases and developing long-term data management and storage strategies at the enterprise level. The DBA is ultimately responsible for the establishment and management of policies and procedures related to data security and integrity. This person will work with a cross-section of internal IT organizations, including other DBAs, analysts, developers, and management teams.

Position Type: This is a full time, contractor site position in Huntsville, AL.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform core DBA functions supporting multiple SQL Server instances
• Allocate systems storage and develop plans for future growth requirements
• Plan and implement effective availability, backup, recovery, and business continuity strategies
• Support multiple system environments for development, testing, and production releases
• Create database objects such as stored procedures, triggers, and packages, and perform tuning, database administration, and troubleshooting
• Proactively diagnose and resolve problems affecting database performance
• Define high-level standards for database management
• Analyze system performance; identify problems and implement solutions; provide input towards reviewing and tuning complex SQL statements
• Design, develop, and maintain plugins and extensions for Windows desktop applications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or information technology related major
• 10+ years of experience in SQL Database Administration
• Master’s Degree can be substituted for an additional 2 years of experience
• Strong understanding of database management concepts, data normalization, and optimization techniques
• Proficiency in database backup and recovery strategies
• Knowledge of database security principles and best practices
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server
• Understanding of DevOps and Infrastructure as Code
• Experienced, self-reliant individual able to solve complex issues with little instruction
• Experience with database tuning, monitoring, installation, configuration, and maintenance
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences or facilitate group discussions and develop accurate written materials to communicate information clearly and concisely
• Ability to operate in a dynamic environment and take on various roles as part of the daily program operations
• Ability to build solid relationships with team members, leadership, and customers
• Candidate must be a US Citizen
• Possess (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in C/C++/C#
• Experience in Python and/or MATLAB
• Experience in Linux
• Experience with programming/scripting languages (i.e. PowerShell) for automating DBA tasks
• Demonstrated ability creating and maintaining procedural and systemic documentation

WHO WE ARE:

KBR Government Solutions delivers mission critical full life cycle services that improve military readiness, drive innovation, and help ensure mission success. Since WWII, we have led many of the federal government’s most important programs in the areas of defense, space, and technology. Today, our employees are solving some of the world’s most challenging problems and inspiring the future. KBR Government Solutions core capabilities include engineering, operations, logistics, science, program and acquisition management, IT, cyber and security services.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.