Database Architect

Job Title: Database Architect (10+ years)

Role Overview:

Database Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing transactional

database systems to ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability. Role involves

collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop database solutions that support business

operations and transactional workflows effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement transactional database architectures to support business

processes.

• Optimize database performance for high-volume transactional systems.
• Develop and enforce database standards, governance, and best practices.
• Collaborate with developers to integrate database solutions into applications.
• Monitor and troubleshoot database performance issues.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with regulations.
• Conduct capacity planning and disaster recovery strategies.
• Document database designs and processes for future reference.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong expertise in transactional database systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Proficiency in data modelling and database design principles.
• Experience with performance tuning and query optimization.
• Knowledge of database security and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with distributed database systems and replication.
• Certification in database technologies (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft

Certified Solutions Expert).

• Knowledge of emerging database technologies and trends.