Sr/Principal Database Engineer

Job Description
BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.
At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
BAE Systems is looking for a Database Administrator with experience in performance tuning of queries and databases in general. The ideal candidate will have experience in database design, maintenance, backup and recovery expertise in a complex environment.
Responsibilities include:

• Design, implement, and maintain robust, scalable, and performant databases to support customer applications, ensuring data integrity, security, and availability.
• Optimize database performance by fine-tuning queries, indexing strategies, and database configurations.
• Design and build data pipelines to integrate data from disparate sources into a single data warehouse.
• Ensure data quality and consistency across all stages of the ETL process.
• Monitor database performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to minimize downtime.
• Implement backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data integrity and availability.
• Perform regular database maintenance tasks such as backups, restores, and integrity checks.
• Monitor database performance and identify areas for optimization.
• Utilize tools like Report Builder, Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) to create informative reports, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Utilize PowerBI Report Builder for crafting custom paginated reports.
• Provide data-driven intelligence to key stakeholders throughout the business
• Conduct analysis and routine KPI reporting to support business operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement CI/CD pipelines for database changes and version control processes. The candidate should be familiar with the DevOps tools (Chef, ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Git, and Nexus).
• Automate routine database administration tasks and create scripts to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and consult with project teams for resolution on the most complex technical issues or business situations and make recommendations to improve or enhance existing architectural direction for future system offerings.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience with database support, including MS SQL Server, PostGRES, DB2, and Cassandra.
• 2+ years of experience with Business Intelligence tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, Qlik.
• Understanding of administration of database management systems (DBMS) such as, MySQL, or Microsoft SQL Server, DB2
• Demonstrated expertise in PowerBI Report Builder
• Knowledge of database design and development concepts
• Familiarity with database performance tuning and optimization techniques
• Knowledge and familiarity with MS SQL Report Builder
• Familiarity with SQL and database scripting languages such as T-SQL, PL/SQL, or SQL*Plus
• Must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work seamlessly in a cross-functional team environment as well as independently.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn business operations of a complex Model Based Systems Engineering software enterprise.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $126610 - $215270
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.