Solution Database Architect - Trident Consulting

Trident Consulting is looking for an " Solution Database Architect for one of our clients in San Jose, CA.

Position: Solution Database Architect

Location: San Jose, CA

Type: Contract

Job Description:

In this role, you will be the subject matter expert for database management technologies and platforms, providing technical leadership and direction for key strategic initiatives. You will work closely with Engineering and Infrastructure teams to develop database solutions to solve complex business problems.

You're excited about this opportunity because you will:

Assess applications holistically, understanding their intricacies and impact on overall service delivery.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of database solutions within the broader application landscape.

Reverse engineer existing databases to models, to review and document their design.

Work with engineering and infrastructure teams to design and architect database solutions that meet the needs of the business.

Design scalable SQL and NoSQL databases; based on data processing and storage requirements, recommend the right database technology for applications and reporting.

Analyze performance results to identify bottlenecks, potential optimizations and highlight opportunities for performance improvements.

Design and deploy high availability and failover technologies for SQL and NoSQL database technologies.

Define procedures to test database backup and recovery solutions and create new ones using database backup technologies and/or storage replication technologies.

Define and establish enterprise support SLAs and standards. Work with the DBAs to define SOPs and best practices.

Inculcate a DevOps culture, provide guidance on automation of repeatable processes.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Database Architect with a focus on optimizing application performance.

Strong proficiency in Oracle database technologies; familiarity with Cassandra is a plus.

Excellent understanding of data modeling, backup and recovery, security measures, and scripting for automation.

Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.

Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on evolving database technologies.

Location and Schedule:

Based in San Jose.

Embrace a dynamic work environment with a 4-day in-office schedule.

About Trident: Trident Consulting is an award-winning IT/engineering staffing company founded in 2005 and headquartered in San Ramon, CA. We specialize in placing high-quality vetted technology

Some of our recent awards include:
2022, 2021, 2020 Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America
2022, 2021 SF Business Times 100 fastest-growing private companies in Bay Area