Database Engineer

Full Time

Fort Meade, Maryland, United StatesPosted 5 days ago

Role Overview

Grvty is hiring a Database Engineer. This is a full-time role in Fort Meade, Maryland. posted 5 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

What Impact You’ll Have:

GRVTY is seeking experienced Network Engineers to support core Intelligence Community (IC) missions. As an engineering professional in the intelligence community, you will work as part of a team on the frontlines against our cyber adversaries.

What You’ll be Owning:

As part of the Secure the Enterprise initiative, develop capabilities to shift from the current manual system security evaluation and authorization process to a new model that emphasizes automation, streamlined processes and approvals, continuous monitoring and assessment, and network data gathering across the entire life cycle of a project.
The Database Engineer will provide technical expertise for database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis.
The Database Engineer will develop or maintain database structure to fit into the overall architecture of the system.
The Database Engineer will create new workflows to take over existing processes as needed as well as provide break/fix requests or updates.
The Database Engineer will lead development of database structures, database parser software, and database loading software.
The Database Engineer will support the development and test of various Python based ReST end points, microservices, and data model management capabilities utilizing Django and Flask frameworks to interact with data models such as mariaDB, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL and send data upon request, in JSON format, to UI front ends.

What You Must Have:

Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance. Most recent poly in the last 6 years.
5-10 years of related technical experience addition to related bachelor's degree or 10-15 years’ experience in lieu of degree.
Database Engineering experience using MongoDB, including:

deployment and management of the database itself
debugging of optimization issues
scaling

What Would Be Nice to Have:

Python, Django or Flask
ReST Endpoint Development
Micro-Service Model
Swagger
AWS, C2S or other cloud experience•Docker
Visual Studio Code or similar IDEs, JSON and/or XML serialization
Jira, Confluence
Git version control
Experience working in Agile environment

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Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Maryland Pay Range

$192,000—$202,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

• Health Savings Account with company contribution

• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401k with generous company match

• Training and Development Opportunities

• Award Programs

• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

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How do I apply for the Database Engineer position at Grvty?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Grvty. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Database Engineer position at Grvty located?

This position is based in Fort Meade, Maryland. Grvty has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Database Engineer at Grvty earn?

Grvty has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Database Engineer role at Grvty posted?

This role was posted on July 6, 2026 (5 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.