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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Architect - **Company:** University of Arkansas At Little Rock Alumni Association - **Location:** Little Rock, AR, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, C (Programming Language), Health Informatics, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Information Systems, Databases, Computer Literacy, Data Governance, Data Integration, Relational Databases, Filemaker, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Network Administration, Operational Data Store, Oracle (Applications), Informix, Sybase, IT Architecture, Information Technology, Data Management, Visual Basic Language - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS/job/Little-Rock/Database-Architect_R0089469-1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and five (5) years in relational database experience in Microsoft Access, MySQL, Microsoft SQL, C, C++, C#, Visual Basic, FileMaker, Oracle, Sybase, or Informix - OR - a High School diploma/GED equivalent and nine (9) years of experience listed above., * Master's degree in computer science, data management, public health, business administration or related field, + data integration solutions, specifically in technology and information systems + identity resolution + data in public policy development and evaluation, + Exceptional executive level communication and strategic problem solving. + Deep technical literacy and understanding of health insurance claims data and provider data. + Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, both logical and interpersonal. + Proven skills in management, leadership, and communication., * Experience in public health policy * Practice management * Financial management information systems * Experience working within a State or Federal regulatory agency ## Description The Database Architect will act as a strategic partner to the Director of Information Systems Architecture and Senior Leadership at the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI), bridging complex business objectives with high performance technical execution. Serves as a primary advisor on data governance and health informatics, orchestrating seamless collaboration between internal stakeholders, external partners, and cross-functional teams to drive organizational mission and operational excellence., * Act as a trusted advisor to ACHI Senior Leader, assessing existing infrastructure, translating business needs into technical solutions and guiding future operations. * Assist Director of Information Systems Architecture and ACHI leaders with aligning operational data solutions with organizational mission and vision by designing and executing scalable strategies to address complex policy and research initiatives. * Advise on critical gaps and systemic vulnerabilities, assist with developing comprehensive, long-range strategic plans to resolve complex challenges. * Assist with creation of robust technical documentation systems such as manuals, FAQs, and self-service support resources- to streamline institutional knowledge transfer. * Advise and provide strategic oversight for the Arkansas All Payer Claims Database (APCD), Arkansas Health Data Initiative (HDI) and the Healthcare Transparency Initiative (HTI) systems. * Advises Director of Information Systems Architecture and Senior Leadership on operational continuity and oversight of the of system security, backup protocols, and network administration, ensuring the resilience of mission -critical infrastructure. * Other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Coding for Good: Achieving social change with an app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1645-coding-for-good-achieving-social-change-with-an-app) - [Database DevOps with Containers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/145-database-devops-with-containers) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know)