Senior PostgreSQL Database Engineer – Active TS/SCI Required

Riptide Technology

. Lead the design, implementation, and operation of high-performance PostgreSQL and Oracle Enterprise database infrastructures .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $200,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and managing high-performance PostgreSQL and Oracle database infrastructures, with a strong focus on complex SQL, database performance tuning, and cloud environments. Proven ability to support Multi-INT processing and develop automated methodologies for data management and analysis.

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PostgreSQL AdministrationOracle Enterprise Edition RDBMSSpatial Database ExperienceDatabase Performance TuningDoD Top Secret/SCI Clearance

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Hard Skills

Complex SQLDatabase DesignSoftware Development MethodologiesETL/ELT OptimizationMulti-INT ProcessingCloud Database ConfigurationsData Security LabelingObject-Based Production AlgorithmsAutomated Data-Tagging MethodologiesGeographic Tracking Algorithms

Soft Skills

Technical DocumentationTraining and InstructionAnalytical SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Oracle 12cSQL DeveloperOracle Enterprise LinuxRed Hat LinuxCentOSAWSExadataRACPostGISWeb Extractor Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PostgreSQL Professional CertificationAWS/Azure Cloud Database Certification

Industry Keywords

Multi-INTData FusionSurveillance MethodologiesSensor TechnologiesCloud EnvironmentsDatabase MaintenanceConfiguration ManagementData SecurityOperational SupportSystem Assessments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudETLLinuxNode.jsOraclePostGISPostgresRDBMSSDLCSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, implementation, and operation of high-performance PostgreSQL and Oracle Enterprise database infrastructures
Implement, manage, and tune Oracle Enterprise Edition RDBMS, including Oracle 12c, SQL Developer, and 12c Cloud Console
Install and manage Oracle Enterprise Linux, Oracle software, and workloads across bare metal servers, RAC, and Exadata
Configure Oracle Label Security, RAC, and Oracle Partitioning using complex SQL
Research and establish migration paths from legacy Oracle databases to IC and DoD Cloud data layers
Define and implement complex object models in cloud environments
Support virtualized and bare metal systems running Red Hat Linux, Oracle Enterprise Linux, CentOS, and limited Windows
Develop and enhance Multi-INT data fusion and geographic tracking algorithms
Analyze algorithm performance, conduct long-term trending, and report anomalies to the Government lead
Develop automated electronic emission pattern data-tagging methodologies
Build and maintain architectures for maritime data feeds, schedule information, and web extractor software across on-premise and cloud environments including AWS
Implement long-term online archives, indexing multi-domain positions and metadata
Build queryable web services for historical archive retrieval
Provide Echelon 2 operations and maintenance support for tactical and strategic data feeds
Prototype OWF or equivalent widget interfaces and underlying data-access web services
Implement Object-Based Production and object aggregation algorithms for vessels, airplanes, and facilities
Perform systems assessments, engineering analyses, and quick-reaction studies
Prepare training documentation and instruct operators
Participate in capability reviews, modify application codebases, and maintain configuration baselines in a CM database
Support network technology, equipment maintenance, account-creation scripts, and LAN/WAN connectivity using thin-client architectures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum B.S. Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, or Computer Science
12+ years of experience applying software development methodologies and practices, including structured and object-oriented programming
12+ years of experience with relational database planning, design, development, testing, installation, and maintenance of complex technical software systems
4+ years of experience with spatial databases, specifically PostGIS or equivalent relational spatial extensions
Full-spectrum software development experience supporting complex Multi-INT processing from planning and design through installation and maintenance
Enterprise computing and architecture design capability for ground-based analysis systems
Experience with enterprise design, business process modeling, workflow implementation, and web-based/semantics-based development methodologies
Experience designing and implementing scalable databases for disparate, multi-source data feeds and Multi-INT fusion products
Knowledge of terrestrial and space surveillance methodologies, sensor technologies, and capabilities
Experience producing technical and user documentation, training, system orientation, and SDLC consultation
US Citizenship required
Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance required
4+ years of experience in an equivalent spatial technology may be considered equivalent
5+ years of hands-on PostgreSQL administration or development experience desired
PostgreSQL Professional Certification or AWS/Azure Cloud Database Certification is a strong plus
Experience with multi-node PostgreSQL clusters, HA setups, and cloud PostgreSQL configurations desired
Expertise with large-scale spatiotemporal, time-series, and streaming datasets desired
Mastery of bulk loading, parallel ingestion, and ETL/ELT optimization desired
Understanding of RBAC, RLS, multi-level secure access controls, and data security labeling desired
Database performance tuning, query optimization, and profiling skills desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

6 weeks PTO
Immediately fully vested 401k
Company contribution equal to 10% of salary
Paid training
100% Company paid Dental and Vision
Short and Long Term Disability insurance
Life Insurance