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Database Developer:
At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team!
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Database Developer to join a collaborative team of database developers and administrators supporting a large, complex application development program. This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining database structures, as well as managing and optimizing data within enterprise-scale environments.
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, Agile environment while expanding expertise across modern data platforms, cloud technologies, and advanced data engineering practices.
Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain database structures to support application development initiatives
• Create, modify, and optimize complex SQL queries in high-volume, complex data environments
• Perform data profiling, cleansing, transformation, and reporting activities
• Develop and maintain ETL processes and data staging solutions
• Write and manage DDL, DML, and DCL statements to support database operations
• Troubleshoot performance issues and implement query tuning and optimization strategies
• Support data migration, validation, and pipeline development within AWS environments
• Develop automation scripts using Python to support database and data processing tasks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients to design data solutions within technical and business constraints
• Utilize version control tools (e.g., Git) to manage code and database changes
• Monitor and support system performance using tools such as CloudWatch, Kibana, and Dynatrace
• Continuously evaluate and adopt new tools and technologies to improve data solutions

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in database development roles

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with: Data profiling, cleansing, and ETL processes, writing and optimizing complex SQL queries, query tuning and performance optimization, and database programming (DDL, DML, DCL).
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL database development
• Experience developing Python scripts for automation or data processing
• Experience with Git or other version control systems
• Working knowledge of AWS services, including Data migration and validation, data pipelines, monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Kibana, Dynatrace).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and clients

Desired Skills:

• Experience with database administration (DBA) functions
• Experience working in Agile environments and using tools such as Jira
• Willingness and ability to learn DB2 if not currently proficient

Security Clearance:

• Willing and eligible to obtain a CBP public Trust.

More About B&A:
Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.
Benefits and Programs
B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.
B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.
EEO
B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.
EEO is the Law
B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.
Salary Description
$100,000-$132,000