RA-26-001A - Senior Database Developer/Contract Manager

Next Phase Solutions and Services is seeking a Senior Database Developer / Contract Manager to support a federal report automation and data modernization program. This is a Key Personnel position, contingent upon contract award.

We are seeking a highly experienced, hands-on database and data management professional who combines deep enterprise technical expertise with extensive program management and client delivery experience.

The Senior Database Developer / Contract Manager will lead database development, administration, data architecture, integration, governance, and modernization activities while serving as the senior individual responsible for contractor work and the primary interface with the Federal customer.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Contract Manager and designated senior-level individual responsible for contractor work
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Government CO and COR and maintain awareness of work across program activities
• Be available to the COR from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Eastern, Monday-Friday
• Respond to discussion or problem-resolution requests within 24 hours
• Perform database development and administration
• Design and support enterprise data architectures and data-management frameworks
• Design and support repositories and data warehouses
• Support data architecture and data-management framework design
• Integrate data from multiple sources and automate data workflows
• Implement data-quality and data-integrity controls
• Support data validation and automated cleansing
• Establish and maintain data-governance practices
• Develop and maintain data dictionaries, metadata, naming conventions and standards
• Support access controls, role-based permissions, backup and disaster recovery
• Provide technical and delivery leadership, including prioritization, task coordination, risk management and problem resolution
• Communicate with Federal clients, technical stakeholders and executive leadership
• Personally contribute to the design and modernization of production data environments
• Review SQL, data models and data pipelines
• Troubleshoot complex database and data-integration issues
• Make and document architectural decisions
• Develop technical documentation and modernization roadmaps

• U.S. citizenship required
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems
• 20+ years of enterprise experience in data management, data integration, and database administration
• Experience with SQL Server, Oracle, and/or PostgreSQL
• Experience with:
• Relational databases
• Data warehouses
• ETL
• Data analysis
• Data modeling
• Data integration
• Data governance
• Extensive program-management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• DHS/Federal civilian delivery experience
• Technical lead, delivery lead, technical Project Manager, or program technical lead experience
• Experience leading a small technical team while remaining hands-on
• Experience modernizing production data environments
• Data warehouse/lakehouse architecture
• Metadata catalogs and data lineage
• Observability and automated data-quality practices
• API integration
• Experience developing stored procedures, functions and triggers
• Familiarity with AWS, Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform
• Python and advanced SQL
• Tableau/reporting architecture
• Git, CI/CD and automated testing
• Infrastructure/configuration management
• Federal data-governance experience
• Familiarity with DHS 4300A, NIST, CUI/PII, ATO/security authorization, and Section 508

Security and Work Arrangement

• U.S. citizenship is required
• DHS security/background processing must be completed before work begins
• DHS security/privacy requirements apply
• Existing/recent DHS suitability/EOD or prior DHS badge/system access is preferred
• Core positions may work remotely for the full period of performance

This position is contingent upon contract award.

General:

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload based on the needs of the client
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and frequent changes in priorities
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent technical writing skills and proven experience in systems with complex requirements
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to team with others to meet project objectives
• Understanding of the system development lifecycle as implemented with Agile; SAFe knowledge a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to navigate in an office setting unassisted
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
• Strong speaking skills, including the ability to articulate thoughts in a clear manner and excellent word enunciation skills, are required

Additional Information about this opening:

• Employees of Next Phase shall, as an enduring obligation throughout their term of employment, adhere to all information security requirements as documented in company policies and procedures
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment, with three days in the office per week (Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday) and two days working remotely
• We are committed to your professional growth, providing opportunities for advancement and exposure to exciting projects and initiatives
• We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and professional growth and development opportunities. If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your application for consideration.
• The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only, not a compensation or salary guarantee. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other laws.

Salary Range:

• $000,000 - $000,000

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This range reflects a broad spectrum of potential candidates, with salary offers based on skills, experience, and expertise in the field.

ABOUT NEXT PHASE SOLUTIONS AND SERVICES, INC.

Innovation. It’s What Defines Us.

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. provides insights and solutions for healthcare, engineering, and science research. Next Phase commits to creating an environment where our employees achieve their full potential, increase productivity, and expand their professional and personal horizons. We look for bright, innovative people who achieve results, understand the importance of being productive and supportive team members, and prioritize customer satisfaction. Next Phase leadership is looking for new leaders, scientific and technical subject matter experts, and technically savvy people interested in putting forth the effort and commitment needed to grow our company.

Will you join us to share in the success?

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

HEALTH AND WELLNESS BENEFITS

• Choose from three medical healthcare plans.
• Dental and Vision Insurance plans.
• Enjoy a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA), and a company-sponsored Wellness Program.

PERSONAL INSURANCE BENEFITS

• Next Phase offers life insurance, accidental death, and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance, all of which are paid for by the company.

PAID LEAVE

• Employees receive competitive paid time off, including 11 holidays and maternity leave for recovering mothers.

RETIREMENT

• Corporate-sponsored retirement savings plan administered through a premier global investment management firm, with potential for discretionary company contributions.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Employees can be reimbursed for professional development expenses such as classes, books, technical certification/testing fees, professional dues/subscriptions, and professional licenses required for their position.

PET INSURANCE

• You have two options to ensure the happiness and health of your pets.

COMPETITIVE BONUS PROGRAM

• At Next Phase, we believe in sharing our success with the employees who make it happen!

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. offers all qualified candidates and employees equal employment opportunities. We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic safeguarded by federal, state, or local laws. Our commitment at Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. is to hire and promote the most qualified individuals for our positions.

"EOE, including disability/vets"

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