Database Developer (Application DB)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Database Developer (Application DB) in Maryland (USA).

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Database Developer to design, build, and maintain robust data systems supporting enterprise applications. In this role, you will translate complex business requirements into efficient database structures, ensure data integrity, and optimize performance across large-scale systems. You’ll collaborate closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to deliver reliable, secure, and high-performing database solutions. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical projects in a flexible and fully remote environment. If you’re detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about data architecture, this is the perfect opportunity to make an impact.

Accountabilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain database systems that align with business and technical requirements.
• Translate business needs into logical and physical database models.
• Develop schemas, tables, and data structures to support high-performance applications.
• Perform query optimization, indexing, and performance tuning for large datasets.
• Implement and maintain data governance, backup, and recovery plans.
• Collaborate with development teams to support integration and quality assurance testing.
• Ensure data security, manage access controls, and maintain compliance with policies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 14 years of experience, or equivalent (Master’s with 12 years, PhD with 9 years).
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in SQL development and database management.
• Strong knowledge of database systems such as SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
• Expertise in database architecture, data modeling, and query optimization.
• Experience with performance tuning, ETL processes (SSIS, Informatica, Talend), and data warehousing.
• Proficiency in writing and troubleshooting complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
• Familiarity with cloud database platforms (AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database) is a plus.
• Knowledge of scripting languages like Python or PowerShell for automation.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Benefits

• 100% remote work flexibility.
• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities and certification support.
• Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work culture.
• Opportunity to work on challenging, high-impact data projects.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, it is shared directly with the company that owns the job opening, which manages the final decision and next steps, including interviews or assessments.

Thank you for your interest!