Database Engineer III (MongoDB)

Job Description:

Quevera is seeking a Database Engineer III (MongoDB) with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph to support mission-critical programs in Hanover, MD.

As part of the Secure the Enterprise initiative, you'll help modernize enterprise security by developing advanced database solutions that support automation, continuous monitoring, and streamlined authorization processes. Working in a collaborative Agile environment, you'll lead the design and development of cloud-enabled database architectures, backend services, and enterprise data solutions that support critical national security missions.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern database technologies, cloud-native architectures, and mission-critical systems while collaborating with a highly skilled engineering team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct the design, development, implementation, and sustainment of complex enterprise database solutions supporting secure mission systems.
• Lead database architecture efforts utilizing cloud methodologies for information storage, retrieval, data flow, and data analysis.
• Direct the development and maintenance of database structures that align with the overall system architecture.
• Design and implement new workflows to automate existing manual processes while supporting ongoing break/fix requests and system enhancements.
• Lead the development of database structures, database parser software, and database loading solutions.
• Develop and support Python-based RESTful API endpoints and backend microservices.
• Utilize Django and/or Flask frameworks to develop scalable data management capabilities.
• Design and support enterprise database solutions leveraging MongoDB and related technologies.
• Develop services that securely exchange data using JSON and XML serialization.
• Direct technical efforts throughout the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and system design through implementation, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams within an Agile software development environment.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
• Five (5) years of experience as a Database Engineer supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• An additional five (5) years of Database Engineer experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Experience developing applications using Python.
• Hands-on experience administering and supporting MongoDB.
• Experience developing applications using Django and/or Flask.
• Experience developing RESTful API endpoints.
• Experience designing and developing microservices.
• Strong understanding of enterprise database architecture, schema design, and data modeling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • Swagger / OpenAPI
  • AWS, C2S, or other cloud platforms
  • Docker
  • Visual Studio Code or similar Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)
  • JSON and/or XML serialization
  • Jira
  • Confluence
  • Git version control
  • Agile software development methodologies

Why Join Quevera?

Award-Winning Culture

Quevera was recognized as a Top Workplace in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region for 2025, marking our fifth consecutive year receiving this distinction based on employee feedback.

Outstanding Benefits

We invest in our employees and their families through a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• 100% employer-paid medical coverage (optional plan)
• Competitive options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance
• $5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development
• Career advancement through our structured iQTouch Program
• Up to 6% 401(k) match
• Additional 4% profit-sharing contribution, at company discretion

At Quevera, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional opportunities. We're more than just a workplace-we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry experts committed to delivering mission-critical solutions while fostering professional growth, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Quevera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-AA1