Database Architect

Synergy Rents, LLC
Reston, VA, United States
4 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$157,500.0 - $225,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Agile Methodology Amazon Web Services Unit Testing Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Cloud Database Cyber Security Information Systems Databases Continuous Integration Data Validation
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Extract Transform Load (ETL) Data Migration DevOps Identity and Access Management PostgreSQL Liquibase Microsoft Visio Online Transaction Processing Oracle (Applications) Performance Tuning PostGIS Lucidchart Software Engineering Spatial Data Infrastructures PL-SQL SQL*Plus SQL Databases SQL Server Integration Services Web Applications Esri GIS (Software) Scripting Freeform SQL Sql Optimization Gitlab-ci Information Technology Cloudwatch Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Splunk Software Version Control Legacy Systems Jenkins

Job description

  • 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 onpremise 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

  • Cloudready 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 largescale performance bottlenecks.

Leadership

  • Mentor developers; lead Agile technical decisionmaking.
  • Define coding standards, architecture reviews, and best practices.

Soft Skills

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

Requirements

  • Design and develop databases, schemas, PL/SQL, SQL*Plus, and scripts.
  • Support Agile modernization of legacy systems, including Oracle SDO/Esri PostgreSQL/PostGIS migrations.
  • Work independently with strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
  • Develop, implement, and test software on a modernized technology stack., * 7+ years Oracle development (tables, views, procedures, scripts).
  • 5+ years SQL/PLSQL; Oracle 19 experience.
  • PL/SQL unit testing experience.
  • PostgreSQL experience.
  • Enterprisewide application development.
  • Strong communication with management and development teams., 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., * 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

Benefits & conditions

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 individual’s 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 Synergy’s 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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About the company

Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions is a premier implementer of cutting-edge software solutions. Synergy brings the experience and expertise necessary to deliver capability that provides tangible ROI to our customers. Our core areas of expertise are in the fields of Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, SaaS and Low-Code/No-Code Solutions, Emerging Technologies, Data Analytics and Visualization, Information Assurance, and Business Process Re-Engineering.

Synergy offers its employees a generous portfolio of core and voluntary benefits including: group medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k) with company match, PTO & Bonus Leave, 11 paid federal holidays, parental leave, tuition and training reimbursement, a referral bonus program, and well-being programs.

At Synergy, you’ll be challenged and given the opportunity to grow in your career path. In fact, growth is such a big deal to us that we have career mentors available for every employee, company-funded certification opportunities, education reimbursement, and a general open-door policy so that you have support when you need it. Our team is eager to learn, fast-paced, and quality-driven. If that sounds like you, Synergy has a position for you!

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