Database Architect/Administrator (Senior - Remote, Full-Time)

At J-Mack Technologies, we build software solutions that make a real difference. We support one of the nation's largest government organizations in its mission to care for United States Veterans and their families. Our team develops the tools that help administer critical benefit programs—ensuring those who served are provided services quickly, securely, and with the dignity they deserve.Our work spans cloud platforms, machine learning, and modern web technologies. When you join J-Mack, you're not just building software—you're helping Veterans access the benefits they've earned.The OpportunityMaintain responsibility for implementing and maintaining one or more complex databases. Analyze the design, development, and delivery or implementation of data solutions, including architecture design, prototyping of concepts to proof of concept, analysis of the development of standards, design, and test plans, code, module design development and testing, data solution debugging, design and implementation of a solution that follows efficient design techniques, and development that meets and exceeds the intent of the design of the data solution. Assist with the planning and engineering of the organization's databases. Monitor performance, scalability, and security and evaluate existing database design to determine the necessary updates and integration requirements of a new design and to ensure final solutions meet organizational needs. Operates with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision; mentors team members regarding technical competencies.RequirementsWhat You Bring5+ years of experience with supporting engineering efforts in system design and evaluation, solution engineering, software development, or system administration3+ years of experience with a complex build systemExperience with leading and mentoring other DBAs on an Oracle based systemExperience with Database Schema as Code toolsExperience with designing large enterprise solutionsExperience with database partitioning and microservicesExperience with code reviews on SQL change sets and work with developers to create and enforce best practicesHands-on or working knowledge of Process Playbook desired but not requiredPrior experience with federal or VA.gov digital services are highly desirableMust be able to pass a US Government Public Trust Security Clearance Nice to HaveExperience analyzing and tuning queries to improve performance Experience with Liquibase source control toolsExposure to security scanning tools, configuring their use and working with teams to fix vulnerabilities  Experience with ETL and Data Warehousing methodsExperience with installation, maintenance, and administration of PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, or other (non-Oracle) RDBMS variantsExperience with security scanning tools, configuring their use, and working with teams to fix vulnerabilities BenefitsFully remote, full-time role with meaningful mission impact for the Veteran communityOpportunity to shape standards and practices at the program levelMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance — J-Mack covers 80% of employee premiums and 50% of dependent premiumsBasic Life, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability — J-Mack covers 100% of the costs401(k) Safe Harbor Plan with full vesting and 4% company matchPaid Time Off: 120 hours annually, increasing to 160 hours after 5 years11 Paid HolidaysCharity Matching: J-Mack matches employee donations up to $250 annually, plus donates a percentage of profits to various charities each year