Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent.
8+ years of related work experience as a software engineer or similar.
Experience with database modeling tools and methodologies (ER modeling, dimensional modeling, schema design).
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
Hands-on experience with SQL and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL).
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and managed database services.
Experience using Jira/Confluence or similar DevSecOps solutions.
Responsibilities
Design application components using modern software engineering practices.
Create logical and physical data models aligned with business and system requirements.
Architect, optimize, and manage relational Oracle database models for performance, scalability, and reliability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical designs and actionable development tasks.
Define APIs, services, and integrations that support data-driven workflows across systems.
Conduct performance tuning, query optimization, indexing strategies, and normalization/denormalization decisions.
Implement data governance, data quality, and security best practices.
Benefits
Variety of medical plan options, including those with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental and vision plan options.
401(k) plan with company match.
Flexible work weeks and various paid time off plans.
Short and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, and critical illness coverage.
Identity verification process to enhance security during hiring.
Full Job Description
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Public Trust/Other Required: MBI Full 5C (T3)
Job Family: Software Engineering
Job Qualifications:
Skills: Complex Systems, Data Modeling, Design, Relational Data Modeling, Systems Architecture Certifications: None Experience: 8 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes
Job Description:
Job Title: Software Engineer & Database Modeler
Overview Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Engineer and Database designer at GDIT. Design, develop, and optimize a custom enterprise-level applications blending software engineering expertise with strong data modeling capabilities to ensure scalable, efficient, and high-performing solutions. Shape what's next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what's next for your engineering career.
Meaningful Work and Personal Impact
In this role, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Customs and Border Protection. You will play a crucial role in transforming paper collections processing to modernized electronic solutions through our Revenue Modernization program.
Key Responsibilities
Design application components using modern software engineering practices.
Create logical and physical data models aligned with business and system requirements.
Architect, optimize, and manage relational Oracle database models for performance, scalability, and reliability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical designs and actionable development tasks.
Define APIs, services, and integrations that support data-driven workflows across systems.
Conduct performance tuning, query optimization, indexing strategies, and normalization/denormalization decisions.
Implement data governance, data quality, and security best practices.
Provide requirement clarifications to development teams.
Document system architecture, data dictionaries, schemas, and code changes.
What you'll need to succeed
Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Engineer Principal must have:
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent.
Experience: 8+ years of related work experience as a software engineer or similar
Demonstrated experience with database modeling tools and methodologies (ER modeling, dimensional modeling, schema design).
Proficiency in one or more programming languages (such as Python, Java, C#, or JavaScript/TypeScript).
Hands-on experience with SQL and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL).
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and managed database services.
Experience using Jira / confluence or similar DevSecOps solutions
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts for business and technical audiences.
US citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with data warehousing, ETL/ELT, and analytics pipelines.
Background in microservices architecture or event-driven systems.
Knowledge of data privacy and compliance frameworks.
Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience building highly available, distributed systems.
The likely salary range for this position is $153,000 - $207,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options: Remote
Work Location: USA IN Indianapolis
Additional Work Locations: USA VA Herndon
Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Identity Verification Process: 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 virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
