Resident Data Architect

About this role

We are seeking a highly skilled Resident Architect to join our team.

You will work with clients to architect, deploy, and optimize data and AI solutions using EDB Postgres AI.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing data and AI solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Data Architecture & Engineering

• Design and build data and AI solutions that meet the specific needs of each client.
• Use expertise in data modeling, indexing, and query optimization to drive efficiency and performance.

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to identify business-critical problems and map them to technical solutions within the EDB Postgres AI platform.
• Propose, prototype, and implement solutions that support operational and analytical requirements.

• Lead the deployment of data and AI systems within diverse and dynamic environments.
• Develop scalable processes to integrate EDB Postgres AI with existing data infrastructure, ensuring smooth interoperability with other databases, applications, and ETL pipelines.

• Design and maintain robust monitoring and alerting systems instances to ensure high availability and performance.
• Drive automation of routine database maintenance, security updates, and backup/restore processes.

• Dive deep into troubleshooting performance issues, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to enhance speed and reliability.
• Lead initiatives to refactor or improve legacy systems.

• Serve as a technical mentor for client teams, developing documentation, training materials, and best practices to enable their long-term success with EDB Postgres AI.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest in EDB Postgres AI advancements, industry trends, and emerging best practices.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing insights, refining methodologies, and encouraging knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in database engineering, with a focus on PostgreSQL (preferably EDB technologies).
• Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in PostgreSQL, SQL tuning, PL/pgSQL, K8/OpenShift, CNCF, and experience with performance profiling and query optimization.
  • Familiarity with PostgreSQL extensions (like PG vector) is a plus.
• Problem Solving
  • Demonstrated experience in translating complex business requirements into scalable data solutions.
• Client Orientation
  • Strong communication skills with a proven ability to understand and empathize with client needs, ensuring solutions are impactful and user-centric.
• Programming
  • Knowledge of scripting and automation tools such as Python, Shell scripting, or similar languages.
• Security and Compliance
  • Understanding of database security, compliance requirements, and data privacy laws.

What Will Give You an Edge

• Industry Experience
  • Experience working with clients in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, government) and familiarity with industry-specific data challenges.
• Distributed Systems Knowledge
  • Experience with high-availability architectures, clustering, and replication strategies.
• Advanced Analytics
  • Knowledge of advanced analytics and data science methodologies, with an interest in applying these to client use cases.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes access to CuraLinc, health and wellness tips and practices, and Wellness Fridays extending to December 2025.

Check out our career site for more information on perks and benefits and reach out to our Talent Acquisition team for region specific benefits.

Equal Opportunity Workplace

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential for innovation and growth, and we are committed to fostering a culture that values and respects all individuals.