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Independent Software is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. We bring together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies, and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives.

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We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don’t do things because “that’s the way we’ve always done things”; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer’s mission.

We’ve been profitable year after year. We’re always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do and finding ways to do it better.

Top Reasons to Work at Independent Software:

Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to discounts with all our vendors.
You are not just a job title. That's why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It's not about being billable, it's about being valuable.
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We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Independent Software a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work.

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Competitive salary
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Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Your retirement plan is an important benefit you shouldn’t overlook. We offer a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust that offers a powerful way to enhance your long-term financial well-being by investing in yourself. We offer immediate eligibility and company matching.
A generous Paid Time Off and Holiday package
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We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Independent Software. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

Database Engineer (DBE) Level 2, (FORECASTED)

Fort Meade, MD

Full Time

Database Engineering

Mid Level

What You Will Do

Independent Software is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Database Engineer (Level 2) to support the development, implementation, and management of database systems that are critical to mission success. In this role, you will design database structures, optimize data flow, and support the development of software that interacts with both relational and object-oriented data models. You will be a key contributor to developing secure, scalable, and efficient databases within systems that support complex technical environments.

At Independent Software, you will be part of a team that thrives on technical excellence, mission impact, and continuous improvement. You'll contribute to real-world solutions while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. Join us to build systems that make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and implement databases and support data storage and retrieval
Support database development efforts through all phases of the project lifecycle
Analyze system requirements and optimize data architecture accordingly
Assist with the development of long-term and short-term plans for database administration
Write and maintain database parser and loading scripts
Develop queries, scripts, and macros to transform and manipulate data
Integrate database structure with the broader system architecture under development
Make decisions and trade-offs related to data volume, performance, distribution, and retention
Support information analysis, performance tuning, and schema optimization
Contribute to system improvement recommendations related to databases and data flow

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Experience with database development in both relational and object-oriented environments
Ability to write efficient queries, stored procedures, and data manipulation scripts
Knowledge of database administration principles and best practices
Understanding of data modeling, logical/physical schema design, and system integration
Familiarity with scripting languages and data loading techniques
Strong analytical skills and ability to translate system requirements into database architecture
Ability to work independently and within a team environment to meet project goals

Education and Experience:

A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Database Engineer supporting programs of similar scope and complexity
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required
In lieu of a degree, four (4) additional years of relevant database engineering experience may be substituted (total of 9 years)

Clearance Requirement:

Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

**This position is contingent on contract award**

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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