Our technologies operate in space, on aircraft, in automobiles, and in a variety of consumer products.
The Role
General Description:
We are seeking a Database Engineer to join our Computational Physics division, where our Data Platform team provides database support services to both software engineers and physicists.
In this role, you will work closely with developers and researchers, maintaining and improving database infrastructure, optimizing queries, and ensuring consistent, scalable data interaction.
Essential Duties:
Maintain and improve database schema
Monitor and tune database performance
Manage data integrity across air-gapped networks
Maintain and improve infrastructure-as-code toolchain
Collaborate with software engineers and researchers to optimize workflows
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to strategic planning
Required Skills:
Relational database schema design
SQL optimization
Microsoft SQL Server or similar RDBMS
MSSQL Data Tier Applications is desired
Python or similar scripting language is desired
SQLAlchemy ORM is desired
Data Warehousing is desired
CI/CD Pipelines is desired
PowerShell & Bash is desired
Docker is desired
Required Education:
BS in computer science or related filed or equivalent experience + 3-5 years experience
Special Requirements:
This is an on-site position due to the need to work with air-gapped networks and sensitive information.
US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance
Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $120,715 - $150,895 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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HRL Laboratories Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple PPO/HMO and HDHP options, employer‑paid vision, and employer‑funded HSA and HRA indicate deep coverage and account support. An EAP, lifestyle account, and a medical‑waiver bonus further broaden access and flexibility.
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Retirement Support — Automatic 401(k) enrollment with a 100% match on the first 4% plus an additional age‑based company contribution reflects unusually strong retirement funding. A broad investment menu supports diversified long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A large holiday calendar with a year‑end shutdown, tiered PTO that grows to 25 days, and a separate sick‑time bank create substantial time availability. Policies include upfront sick time and accruals that increase with tenure.
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The Company
What We Do
HRL Laboratories, LLC, Malibu, California, (hrl.com) pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL is a source of innovations that advance the state of the art in profound and far-reaching ways.
Why Work With Us
Our success is the result of our collaborative team of researchers, many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for our customers, we are finding the unique opportunities in technology.
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OnSite Workspace
Hybrid Policy is role specific.
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