Database Developer

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Remote

Travel: Possibly across US

Required Clearance: Ability to obtain Public Trust

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred

Required Experience: 8 years of relevant experience

Degrees may be substituted for years of experience: 8 years of experience

Description: 

PingWind is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Database Developer to join Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s (AHRQ) Agile software development team. As a Database Developer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of AHRQ applications and products. Your responsibilities will include developing database code, identifying and documenting defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software to our stakeholders and users.

Responsibilities:

•Design, develop, and maintain databases and database code

•Write and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions.

•Ensure database performance, security, and data integrity

•Develop and maintain ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes for data migration and integration

•Work closely with software developers and analysts to support application database needs

•Troubleshoot database issues and optimize performance using indexing and query tuning

•Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies

•Monitor database health, resource utilization, and optimize database configurations

•Stay updated with emerging database technologies and best practices

•Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and quality software releases

Qualifications:

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Strong proficiency in SQL and database management systems 

• Experience with database development tools like PL/SQL Developer

• Familiarity with cloud database services

• Experience with data warehousing and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)

• Understanding of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• CSM or Agile experience preferred

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines

• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality software

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:

• Eleven Paid Federal Holidays

• Paid Time Off starting at 5 hours per pay period (120 hours per year)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Three Medical Plans, PPO Dental, and Vision Insurance 

• 401k with generous employer match

• 529 College Savings Plan

• Continuing education assistance

• Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance/AD&D

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health and Wellness benefits including Calm Health app subscription and Wellhub gym membership subsidy

• Voluntary insurance plans including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life/AD&D, and Pet Insurance

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.