**Database Engineer** **Location- Annapolis Junction, MD** **Clearance- TS/SCI w/ FSP MD Customer** **Salary- 165k-200k/yr** _The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the position’s responsibilities; the candidate’s experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions._ **This program requires US Citizenship** The candidate must have experience with PostgreSQL and PostGIS. **Key Responsibilities:** • Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas, indexes, and queries for performance and scalability. • Monitor and tune database performance using native tools and custom scripts. • Implement and maintain high availability (HA) and replication strategies. • Collaborate with developers to refine complex queries and stored procedures. • Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python). • Document database architecture, processes, and best practices. **Required Qualifications:** • Strong SQL skills and experience with performance tuning and query optimization. • Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and CLI tools like psql. • Experience with logical and physical replication, partitioning, and backup strategies. • Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., pg_stat_statements, Prometheus, Grafana). • Knowledge of scripting languages for automation and tooling. **Preferred Qualifications:** • Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes). • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS RDS, GCP Cloud SQL, or Azure Database for PostgreSQL). • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible). • Exposure to other RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, MySQL) or NoSQL systems is a plus. This position requires in-scope poly, within 7 years. **_ABBTECH is an EOE/Minorities/Women/Disabled Individuals/Veterans_**