Remote Database Engineer Jobs in Washington, DC (NOW HIRING)

General information
Job Posting Title
Database Engineer
Date
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
City
Remote
Country
United States
Working time
Full-time
Description & Requirements
Maximus is a trusted federal partner supporting mission-critical programs across national security, defense, and public service delivery. Our work focuses on sustaining, operating, and improving essential government systems and services, with proven operational excellence, and a commitment to mission success for our customers.
Joining Maximus means becoming part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization where teamwork, accountability, and professional growth are core to how we operate. We invest in our workforce through training, education, and career development, empowering professionals to deliver high-impact solutions while contributing to outcomes that matter at a national scale.
This position is contingent upon contract award and position availability. Selected candidates will receive a contingent offer of employment, which will become final only upon successful contract award to Maximus, availability of the position, and receipt of authorization to proceed.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust is required. An active Public Trust and/or DHS suitability is preferred. Must be a U.S. Citizen without dual citizenship.
Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS080, T2, Band 5
Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the planning, building, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise database environments across Oracle and SQL platforms.
- Perform database installation, configuration, and routine administration activities across production and non-production environments.
- Monitor database performance, availability, and system health, identifying and resolving issues under senior guidance.
- Execute database backup, recovery, and restoration processes, including routine validation and testing.
- Support database migrations across on-premises and cloud environments while minimizing operational disruption.
- Assist with implementation of database security controls, patching, and compliance measures to maintain system integrity.
- Collaborate with infrastructure, application, network, and operations teams to support integrated system performance.
- Maintain and update technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures to support auditability and consistency.
- Provide support during incident response and recovery activities, including troubleshooting database-related issues.
- Assist senior database engineers with performance tuning, optimization, and ongoing improvement initiatives.
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in database administration, database support, or data platform operations in enterprise environments.
- Experience supporting database administration activities in enterprise environments.
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of Oracle and/or SQL Server database platforms.
- Familiarity with database backup, recovery, and monitoring tools.
- Understanding of database performance concepts and troubleshooting techniques.
- Experience supporting incident response and operational support activities.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and technical documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to support data accuracy and system integrity.
- Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional IT teams.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience with Oracle Database or SQL Server administration tools.
- Familiarity with database environments supporting enterprise applications (e.g., ERP platforms).
- Exposure to cloud-based database platforms or hybrid environments.
- Knowledge of ITIL-based incident and change management processes.
- Experience supporting backup/recovery validation and disaster recovery readiness.
- Strong documentation and data management skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and grow into more advanced database engineering responsibilities.
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Minimum Requirements
TCS080, T2, Band 5
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EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.
Minimum Salary
$
50,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
90,000.00