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Expert Database Architect

Remote - United StatesRemoteFull-time$155k2026-10-05 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Highest-level technical authority defining enterprise database architecture standards, leading large-scale modernization and cloud transformation initiatives, and advising C-level executives on data platform strategy.

Role type

Principal/Expert Database Architect (Strategy & Transformation)

Builds

Enterprise database architectures, cloud-native data platforms, and automated resilient solutions for mission-critical workloads.

Domain

Enterprise Data Platforms, Cloud Architecture, Database Modernization

Required skills

Enterprise database architecture, Cloud transformation leadership, Database modernization strategy, Executive stakeholder management, Technical due diligence, Architecture governance frameworks, High-availability system design, Cross-platform database expertise (SQL/NoSQL), DevOps principles, Complex initiative leadership

Preferred skills

Advanced cloud certifications (Azure/AWS/Oracle), Data warehousing and governance, AI/ML platform knowledge, Kubernetes/OpenShift, FinOps, SRE principles, Industry thought leadership, Managed services experience

Technologies

Azure, AWS, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Containerized platforms

Responsibilities

Define enterprise database architecture standards and governance models; Lead large-scale modernization, migration, and cloud transformation programs; Advise executive leadership on technology investments and risk management; Mentor architects and engineers; Represent Ensono as a subject matter expert in industry events and client workshops.

Seniority

Principal, Strategy & Mentorship