Work directly with application teams on data architecture for their applications and services
Design and review data architectures and models, aligning data ownership with team domain boundaries
Review application code and architecture with focus on data access patterns and performance
Evaluate and recommend data storage technologies (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, NoSQL, document stores, warehouses)
Optimize database performance: query tuning, indexing, execution plan analysis, resource management
Guide technology selection based on read/write patterns, data volumes, and access patterns
Define data access patterns: APIs, ORMs, event-driven architectures, replication strategies
Establish data replication and syndication strategies (CDC, event streaming, batch processing)
Guide data architecture for ML/LLM applications (vector databases, embeddings, RAG patterns)
Lead zero-downtime data migrations and infrastructure modernization
Hands-on troubleshooting and optimization of critical data systems
Establish data quality, monitoring, and observability standards
Lead knowledge sharing through workshops, documentation, and office hours

Requirements

10+ years building software applications with heavy focus on data systems
Strong application development background (full-stack, backend, or data-intensive applications)
Deep expertise in NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB, DocumentDB) and relational databases (PostgreSQL, SQL Server)
Proven experience optimizing database performance at scale (query tuning, indexing, resource management)
Strong data modeling and schema design skills
Understanding of application architecture, API design, and software development practices
Deep experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) including cost optimization
Experience with AI/LLM-assisted development tools and agentic software engineering practices
Track record of establishing data standards across engineering organizations
Excellent communication skills - able to influence and educate engineers at all levels.

Benefits

health, vision, and dental insurance
accident and life insurance
401k matching
paid-time off
education reimbursement

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

data architecturedata modelingquery tuningindexingresource managementAPI designevent-driven architecturedata replicationschema designcloud data platforms

Soft Skills

communicationinfluenceeducationleadershipknowledge sharing