As a Senior AWS Database Administrator, you'll ensure the databases that support our technology systems are designed and performing as needed while providing the necessary data to the appropriate team members. You'll be a strategic technical partner who bridges our Technology and Data teams, driving database excellence across both environments.
About therole
Create and modify database structures, ensuring optimal design for both transactional integrity and analytical reporting
Perform advanced database maintenance tasks, including backups/restores, statistics updates, index optimization, and performance tuning
Proactively monitor and optimize database performance across AWS MySQL, Azure TSQL, and Databricks AnsiSQL environments
Design, implement, and manage Master Data Management (MDM) solutions that ensure data consistency across systems
Collaborate with data engineers to map production data to data warehouse solutions with MDM standards
Develop and maintain comprehensive Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs), system flow documents, and technical specifications for leadership and cross-functional teams
Maintain system security and data integrity across all data environments
Partner with systems engineers to optimize hardware and storage subsystems for AWS
Develop, manage, and maintain robust disaster recovery and high availability plans
Collaborate with Infosec and Security teams on data compliance, security, and retention
Participate in data architectural design reviews with both Technology and Data teams
Mentor and coach team members on database best practices
About You
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
6+ years of hands-on SQL coding experience across multiple platforms (AWS MySQL, Azure TSQL, Databricks AnsiSQL)
6+ years of experience in data modeling, ERD design, and database tuning for both production write performance and reporting/auditing integrity
Proven experience supporting data systems in both Technology and Data team environments
Strong AWS cloud platform knowledge
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated success creating or managing Master Data Management (MDM) solutions
Hands-on experience with Databricks (AWS and/or Azure)
Experience with AWS data orchestration or equivalent ETL tools
Required Skills & Competencies
Cloud & Technical Expertise:
Very strong AWS experience with demonstrated ability to architect and optimize database solutions
Proficiency across multiple SQL dialects and database platforms
Advanced expertise in data modeling, ERD creation, and performance optimization for competing priorities (write speed vs. relational integrity)
Hands-on experience with Databricks platforms
Documentation & Communication:
Exceptional ability to create and manage ERDs, system flow documents, process flow documents, and technical specifications
Skilled at translating complex data models into clear, compelling presentations for leadership and stakeholders
Fluent in both data and technology languages, comfortable communicating with individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders
Interpersonal & Leadership:
Highly approachable with the ability to build strong relationships across all business areas, particularly within Technology and Data teams
Skilled at navigating complex, politically sensitive conversations and influencing positive change without escalation
Collaborative mindset with a commitment to mentoring and developing team members
Whatyou’llget
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Aboutus
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The compensation information below is provided in compliance with all applicable job posting disclosure requirements. The compensation for this position is$97,000.00-$207,000.00.The position may also be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives, and other employment-related benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K retirement plan, and paid-time off. More informationregardingthese benefits and others can be foundhere. The informationregardingcompensation and other benefits included in this paragraph is the company’s current, good faithestimateat the time of posting. [Compensation and benefits are subject to modification from time to time as the Company, in its sole and exclusive discretion,deemsappropriate.] The Company maydetermineduring its future reviews of the proposed compensation and benefits provided for this position, that the compensation and benefits for suchpositionshould be reduced. In no event will the Company reduce the compensation for the position to a level below the applicable jurisdictional minimum wage rate for the position. Los Angeles County and San Francisco Candidates only: qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment per the Fair Chance Ordinance and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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