Database Manager
Core
Architect and manage the Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT database to serve as the single source of truth for alumni and donor data, enabling fundraising, engagement, and communications strategies.
Role type
Senior IC Database Manager / Data Architect
Builds
Unified alumni and donor data ecosystem integrating CRM, CDPs, and analytics platforms
Domain
Higher Education Advancement / Non-profit Fundraising
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT expertise, data governance, database architecture, API integration, data modeling, ETL/ELT pipeline management, stakeholder influence
Preferred skills
Salesforce Education Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery, Python, Power BI, Looker, Tableau, GiveCampus, PeopleGrove, Mongoose Cadence
Technologies
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, Salesforce Education Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery, Python, Power BI, Looker, Tableau, GiveCampus, PeopleGrove, Mongoose Cadence
Responsibilities
Create complex queries and exports for internal teams; manage data transfer processes into/out of Raiser's Edge; perform weekly record merging; maintain database integrity and data quality; define KPIs for CRM effectiveness; lead data governance councils; manage indirect reports including analysts and data engineers; design scalable technology roadmaps
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities