Database Reliability Architect

R1

$163K — $229K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Utah, US
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 10 years of progressive work experience post-bachelor's, or 8 years post-master's.
  • 8 years of experience managing data over 2 terabytes in transactional databases.
  • 6 years of performance tuning and database monitoring experience.
  • 3 years of experience with NoSQL databases and Microsoft Azure technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enforce database design standards and governance policies.
  • Design conceptual, logical, and physical data models aligned with business needs.
  • Create and maintain a comprehensive data architecture roadmap.
  • Manage replication and failover strategies for NoSQL and RDBMS systems.
  • Lead performance optimization initiatives, including query tuning and index optimization.
  • Collaborate with DevOps and Cloud Engineering on CI/CD integration.
  • Stay current with emerging database technologies and recommend innovative solutions.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • 401k matching program.
  • Paid time off and Paid Parental leave.
  • 8 paid holidays annually.
  • Tuition reimbursement and Wellness benefits.
Full Job Description
R1 RCM Holdco, Inc., Database Reliability Architect, Murray, UT.

Develop and enforce database design standards, best practices, and governance policies to ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity. Design and develop the conceptual, logical, and physical data models for new and existing applications, aligning them with business requirements and enterprise data strategy. Create and maintain a comprehensive data architecture roadmap, outlining a long-term vision for our data infrastructure. Architect and manage replication and failover strategies for both NoSQL and RDBMS systems to ensure high availability and business continuity. Lead performance optimization initiatives, including complex query tuning, index optimization, and database configuration adjustments. Design and implement robust data solutions in a hybrid cloud environment, with a strong focus on cloud-native services such as Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Amazon RDS, Couchbase. Architect data migration strategies to and from on-premise and cloud platforms with minimal downtime and data loss. Collaborate with DevOps and Cloud Engineering teams to integrate database systems into automated CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions. Review and approve database designs and code changes from development teams to ensure adherence to architectural standards. Stay current with emerging database technologies and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions. The salary range is $163,151.85 - $229,750.51 per year. #LI-DNI #BI-DNI

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, M-F (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Bonus: Job eligible to participate in bonus plan: target 10%/yr. Bonuses are discretionary and not guaranteed.

Benefits: Medical; Dental; Vision; 401k matching; Paid time off [amount depends on years of service]; Paid Parental leave; 8 paid holidays per year; Disability coverage; Tuition reimbursement; Health savings account; Flexible spending account; Wellness benefits; Life insurance; and Accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Full details listed at go.r1rcm.com/benefits.

Application Deadline: September 23rd, 2026

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Data Science, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, and 10 years of post-bachelor's, progressive related work experience; OR a Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Data Science, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, and 8 years of related work experience.

Of the required experience, must have 8 years of experience with the following: Data management; Data administration; Working with over 2 terabytes of transactional databases; and Using Windows/SQL Server Clustering.

Of the required experience, must have 6 years of experience with the following: Performance tuning and database monitoring utilizing techniques with query analysis, indexes, statistics, and execution plans.

Of the required experience, must have 3 years of experience with the following: Managing NoSQL databases, including Couchbase, MongoDB, and CosmosDB; Microsoft Azure Cloud technologies; and SQL AlwaysON Availability Groups configuration, management, and performance.

Telecommuting permitted 5 days a week, depending on business need.

Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.

Qualified Applicants: Apply online by clicking the 'apply now' button at the top of the page. If you have any difficulty applying online, please email [redacted] with the requisition number in the subject line.

To learn more, visit: R1RCM.com

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