Overview
SCCI is seeking a Database Developer to join our team leading the design and implementation of a unified enterprise data architecture across a complex ecosystem of systems and projects. This role is responsible for defining the ontology to define how data is structured, related, governed, and scaled across the organization. In this position, you will operate at both a strategic and hands-on level-establishing standards, guiding implementation, and solving complex data integration challenges. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in database architecture, data modeling and system interoperability, along with the ability to translate fragmented, inconsistent data into a cohesive and extensible enterprise model. This position is located in Dahlgren, VA.
SCCI offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits, 401k with Company Match, time off consisting of 2 weeks of paid vacation, 48 hours of sick/personal leave, and 11 paid Holidays.
Responsibilities:
Enterprise Data Architecture & Ontology Leadership
Define and evolve the enterprise data ontology, including core entities, relationships, and semantic standards
Establish canonical data models that align disparate systems into a unified structure
Lead the development of enterprise-wide data standards, naming conventions, and modeling guidelines
Serve as the authority on how data should be structured and governed across the organization
Data Modeling & System Design
Design complex logical and physical data models spanning multiple domains and systems
Architect solutions that balance normalization, performance, scalability, and usability
Define patterns for handling structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data
Guide teams in implementing consistent and reusable data structures
Cross-System Integration & Alignment
Lead efforts to reconcile conflicting data models across programs and applications
Design integration strategies that enable interoperability between systems
Define data contracts and interface schemas between services and platforms
Identify and eliminate redundancy and inconsistency across enterprise datasets
Unstructured Data Strategy
Develop frameworks for structuring and integrating unstructured and semi-structured data
Define metadata, tagging, and classification approaches to support discoverability and governance
Evaluate when to use relational vs. NoSQL vs. hybrid approaches
Data Governance & Quality
Establish and enforce data governance standards, including data quality, lineage, and validation rules
Partner with stakeholders to define authoritative data sources and master data domains
Implement strategies for data auditing, traceability, and compliance
Performance, Scalability & Optimization
Architect high-performance data solutions capable of supporting enterprise-scale workloads
Lead performance tuning strategies across databases, queries, and pipelines
Design for scalability across cloud and hybrid environments
Technical Leadership & Mentorship
Provide technical leadership to database developers and data engineers
Review designs and implementations to ensure alignment with enterprise standards
Mentor team members in data modeling, database design, and best practices
Influence technical direction across multiple teams and programs
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with enterprise architects, application developers, and business stakeholders
Translate business/domain needs into scalable data architectures
Lead design reviews and communicate complex data concepts clearly
Essential Skills and Experience:
Preferred Skills and Experience:
SCCI is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the needs of Employees and their families. EOE of Veterans and Disabilities.