AWS Database Software Engineer

The Opportunity

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As an AWS Database Software Engineer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end geospatial database solution in a fast, agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop software, but to create a system that will make a difference, we need you on our team. We’re looking for an experienced developer like you with the skills needed to develop software and systems from vision to production-ready. The position expects familiarity with geospatial data and databases ensuring high availability, performance, and data integrity.

This role is more than just coding. As a software engineer at Booz Allen, you’ll use your passion to master new tools and techniques and identify needed system improvements. You’ll help clients overcome their most difficult challenges using the latest architectural approaches, tools, and technologies. You’ll make sure the solution developed by the team considers the architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements.

Grow your skills at the leading edge of innovation. Work with us as we shape systems for the better.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in software with a cloud-first development approach

• 4+ years of experience with enterprise data engineering development, including geospatial data

• 3+ years of experience with AWS services and cloud-native architecture patterns, including ECS/EKS, Lambda, SQS, SNS, EC2, RDS, DynamoDB, IAM policies, security groups, and network security

• 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code, including AWS CDK, Terraform, or CloudFormation

• Experience working with ETL/ELT pipeline development using AWS services

• Experience with data lakes, data warehousing, and analytics platforms

• Experience developing and deploying production geospatial solutions from concept to O&M

• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam

• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and security documentation

• Experience with database administration and optimization, including PostgreSQL or Aurora Postgres with geospatial workloads

• Experience designing and optimizing spatial database schemas, spatial indexing strategies, and complex geospatial queries at scale

• Experience leading technical initiatives in large-scale environments

• Experience with system design, including scalability and reliability

• Experience developing dashboards and monitoring systems to track streaming services

• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance requirements

• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

• AWS Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer Certifications

• IAT Level II+ Certification such as Security+ or CISSP Certifications

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.