Data Architect (DBA + Data Modeling)

Role: Data Architect (DBA + Data Modeling)Location: Dallas, TX/Pittsburgh, PAWe areAt Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.Our challengeWe are seeking an experienced Data Architect with strong expertise in database architecture, enterprise data modeling, Oracle database design, and database administration. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing scalable data solutions for enterprise applications, preferably within the Financial Services, Payments, Banking, or FinTech domain.This role will work closely with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, developers, and data teams to translate business requirements into robust conceptual, logical, and physical data models. The successful candidate will also provide DBA guidance for high-volume transaction systems, database performance, reporting, integration, backup and recovery, and capacity planning.Additional Information*The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Pittsburgh, PA/ Dallas, TX is $110k - $120k/year & benefits (see below)..The RoleResponsibilities:Work directly with business stakeholders to understand requirements and business processesIdentify domains, sub-domains, entities, relationships, and business rulesConvert business requirements into conceptual, logical, and physical data modelsDesign scalable OLTP database schemas for high-volume transaction systemsDesign reporting and analytics data models.Define data architecture for Transactions, Fees, Expenses, Merchant Onboarding, Settlement, and FundingDesign data integration and ETL strategiesOptimize databases for millions of records and high-volume data processingDesign partitioning, indexing, archival, and data retention strategiesSupport reporting, batch jobs, scheduled jobs, and downstream consumersCollaborate with architects, developers, product owners, and business teamsProvide DBA guidance for performance tuning, query optimization, backup, recovery, and capacity planningRequirements:Enterprise Data ModelingConceptual, Logical, and Physical Data ModelingDatabase Design and NormalizationData Warehouse / Reporting Layer DesignSQL Performance TuningQuery OptimizationIndexing StrategiesPartitioning StrategiesData Governance and Data QualityETL / ELT DesignHigh Volume Transaction SystemsDatabase Technologies:OracleReporting & AnalyticsMaterialized ViewsReporting ViewsData IntegrationETL ToolsCDC (Change Data Capture)Batch ProcessingData MigrationNice to HavePayments / Banking / FinTech experienceMerchant Processing SystemsTransaction Processing PlatformsFee Management SystemsSettlement and Funding SystemsSoft SkillsStrong communication and stakeholder managementAbility to lead requirement discovery sessionsAbility to visualize business workflows and translate them into scalable data modelsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsWhat We Are Looking ForSomeone who can talk to business users, understand the domain, identify entities and relationships, design scalable data models, optimize databases handling millions of data, and build reporting-ready architectures while providing strong DBA expertise.We offer:A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).Maternity & paternity leave plans.A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).Retirement savings plans.A higher education certification policy.Commuter benefits (varies by region).Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.A flat and approachable organization.A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work cultureSYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENTDiversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.