Major Duties (Job Description)

• You will work as senior-level Computer Scientist supporting the C2 Information Systems Division, specializing in database development.
• You will lead the design, development, and optimization of database structures integral to Naval Aviation software systems.
• You will monitor and resolve database-related issues to ensure system reliability and performance.
• You will operate in an Agile development environment, the selectee will collaborate closely with software developers to deliver seamless, database-driven solutions.
• You will be knowledgeable in cloud-based database platforms such as Azure SQL and SQL Managed Instance (SQL MI), with a focus on evaluating and preparing Naval Aviation systems for transition to the GovCloud environment.
• You will independently plan, manage, advise, administer, or perform professional and scientific work such as the application of, or research into computer science methods and techniques to store information by means of computer systems.

Qualification Summary

Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Designing, developing, and optimizing complex systems to support robust, high-performing applications; administering SQL server/Microsoft SQL databases; implementing efficient database structures, writing advanced queries, and creating stored procedures, triggers, and functions to enhance application functionality. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/computer-science-series-1550/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

NAVWAR is the Navy's systems command that designs, develops and deploys advanced communications and information capabilities from Seabed to Space.