Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Database Architect and Administrator to join our team, and support a long-term contract with NOAA.

The Database Architect and Administrator will build and maintain the data systems critical to the nation's fisheries, for both conservation and commercial fishing operations, while supporting NOAA's Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office (GARFO).

Duties of the Database Architect and Administrator will include the following:

• Deep analysis of existing legacy data structures 
• Design and Implement logical and physical data models. 
• Create, communicate and adhere to standard modelling conventions.
• Follow a scientific approach to efficient SQL Query Tuning
• Proficient in Oracle PL/SQL application design, review and coding 
• Identify, investigate and resolve issues related to PL/SQL code.
• Design and build relational databases for data storage or processing. 
• Develops strategies for warehouse implementation, data acquisition, and archive recovery. 
• Cleans and maintains the database by removing and deleting old data. 
• Evaluate new data sources for adherence to the organization's quality standards and ease of integration. 
• Provide consultation on complex projects and is considered to be the top level contributor/specialist. 
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Very likely directs the technical work of others. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.

The Ideal Database Architect and Administrator will have the following: 

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.