GEODIS

Sr IT Architect- Database

GEODIS • $100K — $130K *
Brentwood, TN 37027In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in database design, architecture, and administration
  • Deep expertise in relational database technologies (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server)
  • Experience with cloud database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL)
  • Strong knowledge of database performance tuning and security best practices
  • Proficient in SQL and data modeling tools
  • Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes is a plus
  • Certifications such as AWS Database Specialty or similar are favorable

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimize database models to meet business and technical needs
  • Oversee the architecture and management of scalable, secure database solutions
  • Set standards and best practices for data modeling, integrity, and disaster recovery
  • Collaborate with teams to translate data needs into effective database designs
  • Evaluate and recommend emerging database technologies and tools
  • Lead database migration and modernization initiatives
  • Monitor performance and implement tuning strategies for efficiency

Benefits

  • Early access to wages through the Rain financial wellness app
  • Telemedical access to healthcare professionals from day one
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance available after 30 days
  • 401k matching plan
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Career development opportunities and mentorship programs
  • Employee discount programs and wellness perks
  • Daycare discount program
  • Opportunities for community volunteering
Full Job Description
Sr IT Architect- Database

Your role on the team: (job description)

  • Design, develop, and optimize logical and physical database models to support business and technical requirements

  • Oversee the architecture, implementation, and management of highly available, scalable, and secure database solutions (on-premises and/or cloud)

  • Set database standards, guidelines, and best practices for data modeling, data integrity, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery

  • Collaborate with software engineers, data analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data needs and translate them into robust database designs

  • Evaluate and recommend new database technologies, tools, and platforms to meet evolving business requirements

  • Lead or participate in database migration, integration, and modernization initiative

  • Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning strategies for optimal efficiency

  • Enforce data governance policies and ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations

  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to database administrators and junior engineers

  • Develop and maintain database documentation, architecture diagrams, and data dictionaries


Other Duties:

  • As required and assigned
  • Supports GEODIS' programs for Safety, Health, Environment, Quality , Ethics, Compliance, CSR and Sustainability


What you need: (requirements)

  • 8+ years of experience in database design, architecture, and administration

  • Deep expertise in relational (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) database technologies

  • Experience with cloud database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL) is highly desirable

  • Strong knowledge of database performance tuning, backup/recovery, and security best practices

  • Proficient in SQL, data modeling tools, and scripting languages

  • Experience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and big data solutions is a plus. (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery)

  • Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator, AWS Certified Database - Specialty, or equivalent are a plus

  • Experience with distributed database systems and sharding strategies

  • Exposure to real-time streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis)

  • Relevant certifications (Oracle OCA/OCP, AWS Database Specialty, Microsoft DP-300


Bonus if you have: (Preferred requirements)

  • Strategic thinking and architectural vision

  • Leadership and mentoring abilities

  • Strong documentation and presentation skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Knowledge of database security, encryption, and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA)

  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible) for database provisioning


What you gain from joining our team: (benefits)

  • Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app.

  • Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment!

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment

  • 401k match

  • Paid maternity and paternity leave

  • Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs

  • Employee discounts

  • Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app

  • Free financial wellness programs

  • Daycare discount program

  • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community

  • + more!


Join our Team!

  • Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview.


OR

  • Text DELIVER to 88300 to Apply

About GEODIS

GEODIS is a global logistics provider with over 41,000 employees and a presence in over 120 countries. The company offers a range of services including supply chain optimization, freight forwarding, contract logistics, distribution and express delivery. GEODIS serves a variety of industries including automotive, retail, healthcare, and aerospace. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about GEODIS
Size
41,000 employees
Industry
Transportation
* Ladders Estimates

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