Senior Database Engineer
San Diego, CA
National Security – Research & Emerging Technologies /
On-site
At INflow Federal, we’re not just building infrastructure—we’re shaping the future of national defense. We design and engineer secure, intelligent systems that empower mission success through the seamless integration of human insight and machine capability. With deep roots in Department of Defense (DoD) networks and a commitment to operational excellence, we deliver infrastructure that fuels advanced analytics, AI/ML, and data-driven decision-making at scale. Every project is an opportunity to tackle complexity head-on and build solutions that make a real-world impact. Join INflow and help lead the charge toward a smarter, more connected defense landscape.
About This Position:
INflow Federal is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to join our team! Are you passionate about engineering cutting-edge solutions and optimizing system performance? INflow is looking for dedicated Engineers to join our dynamic team, where you'll have the opportunity to design, deploy, and support advanced technologies. You will play a critical role in driving innovation and ensuring robust, secure infrastructure for our customer.
Here, your work is more than a job—it's a journey in innovation. With opportunities to work on high-impact projects, access to the latest technologies, and a culture that thrives on creativity and collaboration, INflow Federal is where your expertise can truly make a difference.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Defining and developing significant upgrades to an enterprise-wide Imagery Archive and Geospatial Intelligence System.
- Design, code, test, and deploy new database configurations in a rapid development environment
- Support large, complex systems capable of ingesting large amounts of data.
- May travel in support of customer meetings and operational system deployment and support activities.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technical discipline, and 6-8+ years database development and administration experience across the entire development lifecycle
- Strong experience as an Oracle developer with Oracle RDBMS versions 12c and 19c
- Strong experience in building Oracle PL/SQL functions, procedures, packages and types
- Strong experience with SQL query syntax
- Strong experience with Oracle basic server operations including pluggable database
- Strong experience on RHEL Linux versions 7/8 (including bash and csh shell programming)
- Strong experience with database design and development processes
- Strong experience with Oracle STIG and hardening related procedures
- Experience with AWS RDS
- Experience with Jira and Git
- Experience with DAO related programming in C++ or JAVA
- Familiarity with Oracle Instant Client installation
- Team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a highly secure, and dynamic/collaborative environment
- Strong oral and written communications skills
Preferred Experience:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or related field
- Experience with Oracle Spatial option
- Experience with Oracle RAC basic operations
- Experience with Oracle Label Security (OLS) option
- Experience with Oracle Identity Management (OIM) and Enterprise User Security (EUS)
- Experience with Oracle Dataguard
Required Clearance
- Active DoD TS/SCI (ability to obtain CI poly)
$130,000 - $200,000 a year
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
About INflow Federal
Founded in 2013, INflow Federal is a mission-driven small business delivering cutting-edge solutions in Network Modernization, Cybersecurity, and Data Modernization to support Joint Force operations across 20+ states. We’re proud to serve customers like the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and other federal agencies.
Our strength comes from our people—especially the Veterans who make up over 50% of our workforce. Through our Veteran Outreach Program and employee-first culture, we invest deeply in professional growth, well-being, and innovation.
Known for our agility, transparency, and integrity, INflow combines real-world experience with emerging technologies like AI/ML to help our customers lead in a rapidly evolving defense landscape. We empower both our employees and mission partners to stay ahead—driving smarter, faster, and more secure outcomes.
Citizenship Requirements
INflow Federal is a defense contractor. Due to legal requirements, candidates must be US Citizens to be considered for employment.
Other Notes
- Some travel may be required: Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. This is subject to change at the direction of the customer.
Other:
- Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must have willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description as required by INflow and our customer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Diversity and Inclusion
INflow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Job applicants and employees are evaluated solely on job-related qualifications and experience.
