Database Architect

Synergy BIS

$157K — $225K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in Oracle development focusing on databases and SQL/PLSQL.
  • 5+ years of SQL/PLSQL with specific experience in Oracle 19.
  • Experience with PostgreSQL, particularly with migrations from Oracle.
  • Demonstrated ability in enterprise-wide application development.
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration with management and development teams.

Responsibilities

  • Translate technical requirements in collaboration with product owners and analysts.
  • Develop and optimize SQL scripts to support web applications.
  • Participate in Agile methodologies, adapting to evolving project needs.
  • Lead cloud database migration projects, ensuring smooth transitions.
  • Establish and maintain scalable database architecture and standards.
  • Implement enterprise architecture principles for efficiency and security.
  • Serve as a technical lead defining system architecture and quality standards.

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility available.
  • Opportunities for certification and continuing education support.
  • Collaborative environment with interdepartmental engagement.
  • Access to modern technology stacks and Agile practices.
  • Mentorship opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Full Job Description
Description

Role Overview
  • Design and develop databases, schemas, PL/SQL, SQL*Plus, and scripts.
  • Support Agile modernization of legacy systems, including Oracle SDO/Esri 12 PostgreSQL/PostGIS migrations.
  • Work independently with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Develop, implement, and test software on a modernized technology stack.

Key Responsibilities
  • Translate requirements with product owners, analysts, and design leads.
  • Create tables, views, procedures, and scripts for web application support.
  • Write and optimize complex SQL queries to support application
  • Participate in Agile development processes and ability to adapt to changing requirements
  • Lead on-premise 12 cloud database migration efforts.
  • Establish scalable enterprise database architecture and standards.
  • Implement EA principles for cost reduction, security, and performance improvements.
  • Serve as technical lead across multiple projects; define architecture and quality procedures.
  • Advise clients on secure, scalable database architecture.
  • Collaborate with management across multiple departments and functional areas.

Core Competencies

Architecture & Modeling
  • Logical/physical/conceptual data modeling; ERWin/Lucidchart/Visio use.
  • Schema design for OLTP/reporting workloads; enforcement of DB standards.

PostgreSQL & PostGIS
  • PL/pgSQL scripting; indexing/partitioning; vacuum/maintenance tuning.
  • Spatial data modeling, transformation, optimization.

Oracle & PL/SQL
  • Advanced PL/SQL (packages, triggers, procedures).
  • Bulk operations, tuning, SDO spatial experience; complex hierarchical queries.

Cloud & Infrastructure
  • Cloud-ready DB designs (AWS/Azure/OCI).
  • HA/DR strategies, IAM/security models, cloud migration tooling (AWS DMS, ETL pipelines).

ETL & Data Migration
  • ETL tools (ODI, SSIS, Informatica); custom migration scripts.
  • Data validation, reconciliation, cutover/rollback planning.

DevOps / CI/CD
  • Automated DB deployments (Liquibase, Flyway, Jenkins, GitLab CI).
  • Version control for DB artifacts; automated unit testing.

Performance & Monitoring
  • SQL optimization, plan analysis; Splunk/CloudWatch/Oracle monitoring.
  • Troubleshooting large-scale performance bottlenecks.

Leadership
  • Mentor developers; lead Agile technical decision-making.
  • Define coding standards, architecture reviews, and best practices.

Soft Skills
  • Strong communication, stakeholder alignment, analytical thinking.
  • Ability to make independent architecture decisions across projects.

Qualifications
  • 7+ years Oracle development (tables, views, procedures, scripts).
  • 5+ years SQL/PLSQL; Oracle 19 experience.
  • PL/SQL unit testing experience.
  • PostgreSQL experience.
  • Enterprise-wide application development.
  • Strong communication with management and development teams.

Education/Certification Requirements:
  • A BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science, from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution fulfills the educational requirement .
    Note: The U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs located at https://amspub.abet.org/aps/name-search?searchType=institution identifies accredited postsecondary institutions. In Lieu of education requirement listed, candidate must have the required certification or will obtain required certification within 6 months of the start date. Certification requirement(s) for this role is AN IASAE II certification (CASP+CE, CLSSP associate) or CSSLP.

Citizenship & Clearance Requirements:
  • Ability to attain Federal Government Position of Trust. Ability to obtain a public trust clearance.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must pass a background investigation

Target Salary Range

Compensation for roles at Synergy is determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the requirements of the role; level of experience; education and certifications; the individual19s combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities; as well as alignment with market data, federal and state laws, and other business and contract considerations. The estimated pay range for this position is: $157,500.00 - $225,000.00. The disclosed range has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and represent just one component of Synergy19s total compensation package for employees.

Candidate AI Policy

Synergy is committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate evaluation process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly granted. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

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