Staff Cloud Database Engineer

SRC, Inc. is a not-for-profit research and development company combining information, science, technology, and ingenuity to solve complex problems in defense, environment, and intelligence. When you join our team, you’ll collaborate with over 1,400 engineers, scientists, and professionals—including many veterans—in a highly innovative, inclusive, and equitable work environment.

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Cloud Database Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise cloud data infrastructure in support of a federal civilian agency’s mission. This role focuses on delivering scalable, secure, and efficient database architectures across multi-cloud environments with a primary emphasis on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and is onsite at either the government or contractor facility.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage enterprise cloud-based data infrastructure to meet evolving operational, analytical, and mission support requirements
• Lead the development of robust, scalable database designs optimized for cloud deployment, performance, and security
• Ensure compatibility and interoperability across distributed data sources, platforms, and applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data architecture with broader IT strategies and mission delivery objectives
• Optimize database performance and scalability through query tuning, indexing strategies, and lifecycle management
• Implement and maintain data security controls, backup and recovery solutions, and compliance measures aligned with federal standards
• Document database design decisions, configurations, integrations, and operational processes
• Provide thought leadership on the evolution of the agency’s data environment, supporting cloud migration and modernization efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline and 8+ years of experience in cloud database architecture, management supporting large-scale enterprise environments, and progressive database experience OR Master’s degree and 6+ years of experience
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required

Skills

• Deep expertise in data architecture, cloud-native database solutions, and interoperability across diverse data systems
• Proficiency in database design, data modeling, SQL, and performance tuning
• Hands-on experience managing data environments in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Understanding of interoperability principles, cloud-native storage, and integration strategies

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Architect Certification
• OCI Implementation Specialist Certification

Benefits

• Four or more weeks of paid time off to start
• 10% employer contribution toward retirement
• 100% tuition support
• Comprehensive benefits package

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position based in Dayton, OH is $130,000 to $150,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.

Schedule

• Full-time salaried position
• Up to 10% travel may be required