Senior NoSql Database Engineer

Absolute Business Solutions
Bethesda, MD
Job Description
Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior NoSql Database Engineer to join our platform engineering team. The successful candidate will help develop, deploy, and maintain nosql databases as foundational elements of our microservice eco-system using a Kubernetes as foundational platform. The role requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Polygraph.

What You Will Do

Deploy, triage, debug, and maintain production class databases like Elasticsearch and Redis. Design and support database configuration management strategies across air-gapped network fabrics. Partner with Systems Engineers to architect solutions for new capabilities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The successful candidate will have experience with Kubernetes and container platforms, experience with one or more of the following: Elasticsearch, Keycloak, Redis, Strimzi, and experience working with open-source technologies and modern infrastructure platforms.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of relevant experience; Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Polygraph
  • Current DoD 8570.01M IAT Level II (or higher) certification, such as Security+, CySA+, SSCP, CCNA Security, or CISSP (or Associate)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Privileged User Account (PUA) certification
  • Experience with Kubernetes and container platforms such as EKS, Rancher, or RKE2
  • Experience with one or more of the following: Elasticsearch, Keycloak, Redis, Strimzi
  • Experience working with open-source technologies and modern infrastructure platforms
  • Experience hardening databases to comply with NIST 800-53 security controls
  • Strong knowledge of Linux system administration
  • Experience deploying, managing, and troubleshooting containerized applications
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, engineers, architects, and cross-functional teams

Benefits

  • Generous PTO plus 11 Federal Holidays
  • Retirement Planning – 401k Fully Vested with Match
  • Annual Health and Wellness Allowance – buy an Apple Watch, a treadmill, or hit the gym on us
  • Career Development – Annual Funds to spend on Education and Training
  • Volunteer Time Off – Annually, all employees can spend 8 hours directly supporting a charity of choice
  • Charitable Match – ABSC matches an employee’s donation to a qualifying charity
  • Referral Program – We pay for internal and external referrals!
  • LOV Awards – Earn bonus awards throughout the year from our Living Our Values awards program
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