Database Architect

Lead, design, and deliver recommendations of all database technologies and best practices for using those technologies that maximizes the performance, availability and maintainability of the database technologies utilized within the organizationRESPONSIBILITIESEvaluate, recommend, and document database solutions that provide performance, high availability, and flexibility for the organization.Create and maintain best practice and use case documentation for all databases used by the organization.Maintain relationships with vendors that provide database related software and services to the organization.Provide technical assistance and support to both internal and external users of the corporation’s databases.Evaluate emerging technology trends, competitive products, and business need to set direction and roadmap for future growth or buy-vs-build inflection points.Mentor DBA team and technical team leads in achieving business objectives. REQUIREMENTSBachelors Degree in computer science, information technology or related field7 years of experience as a Database Administrator3+ years of experience of the following database management systems in a lead technical role - Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MySQL, Snowflake or MongoDBWill accept any suitable combination of education, training, and experienceExperience developing automated processes in support of routine database maintenance activities in a Microsoft Windows Server or Unix operating system environmentProficiency with backup and recovery software products and conceptsExperience with high availability solutions for database systems experience with Cloud database technologiesFamiliarity with ETL/ELT technologiesAbility to work autonomously and with multiple teams when necessary to triage database system performance issuesAbility to provide guidance to other teams on best practices and efficiency improvementsStrong written, verbal, organization and communication skillsAbility to think outside the box