RIVA Solutions, Inc.

Database Engineer

RIVA Solutions, Inc.  •  $145k/yr  •  Washington, DC (Hybrid)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Position: Database Engineer

Location: Onsite- Dept. of Commerce (DOC), 1401 Constitution Ave, NW Washington, DC 20230

Terms: Full Time

Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Travel: 0-10%

RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.

We’re a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for Federal government agencies. Since 2009, we’ve partnered with our customers to solve complex challenges through smart, practical innovation to deliver real outcomes where they matter most. Our teams are made up of industry-leading experts who are passionate about doing great work and making a difference. We don’t just develop solutions—we support efforts that strengthen communities and serve the public good.

RIVA’s culture is built on four core values: Results, Innovation, Values, and Accountability. They guide how we work, how we collaborate, and how we measure success. Our employee-first approach is rooted in trust, ownership, and meaningful work. By investing in our people and fostering a flexible, supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact from day one—all while supporting missions that matter.

Program Overview

Supports the NTIA ISCOM program by engineering secure Azure and hybrid database solutions supporting mission-critical Federal systems.

Designs, implements, secures, optimizes, and supports Azure SQL, Managed Instance, Cosmos DB, and hybrid database environments while collaborating with DevOps and infrastructure teams.

Core Responsibilities

  • Design and manage Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, and Cosmos DB.
  • Optimize database performance, indexing, and storage.
  • Implement backup, disaster recovery, and high availability.
  • Implement security, auditing, and compliance controls.
  • Use Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
  • Support CI/CD and DevOps automation.
  • Troubleshoot database issues and mentor junior staff.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 4+ years database engineering experience.
  • Expertise with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, Cosmos DB.
  • T-SQL, PowerShell, Azure CLI.
  • Experience with Azure PaaS/IaaS, performance tuning, backup, security, and DevOps.
  • U.S. Citizenship and Active Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Azure Database Administrator certification.
  • Department of Commerce or NTIA experience.
  • Hybrid or multi-cloud database experience.

Salary

$145,000

RIVA Benefits

  • Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
  • Long- and Short-Term Disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • Wellness Program Initiatives
  • RIVA Flex (Flexible Hours and Hybrid Support, where applicable)
  • Additional Workplace Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

RIVA Solutions, Inc.

About RIVA Solutions, Inc.

RIVA Solutions, Inc. (RIVA) is a new kind of government contractor providing Digital Transformation to the public sector. We specialize in DevSecOps, Cloud, Data and Analytics, and Cybersecurity for the Federal Civilian, DOD, National Security, and Federal Health markets.

At RIVA, we are managers, technologists, and scientists, providing solutions through our people.

We are committed to growing with our employees by investing in training and career development to grow their management and technology skillsets, helping us mentor the workforce of tomorrow.

Our Innovation Solutions Center (ISC) brings subject matter experts together to recommend new technologies or business processes to produce greater efficiency, cost savings and innovation.

It’s through this approach that we’ve earned recognition as one of the Washington Business Journal (WBJ) 75 Fastest Growing Companies in Greater Washington, been named as one of NVTC’s Top 100 Tech Companies, and are #44 in the DC Metropolitan area on the Inc. 5000 List.

What We Do:

Achieve results through innovation, values, and accountability. That's RIVA. Powering solutions for better government.

Our Mission:

To solve complex problems with creative solutions in a world of new technologies.

Our Vision:

To implement enterprise solutions for agency transformation, meeting the goals of every mission we serve.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
2009
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