VP, Database Architecture and Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience Expert-level experience with Microsoft SQL Server (performance tuning, indexing, partitioning, query optimization) Deep expertise with Always On AGs, clustering, replication, and HA/DR architectures Strong understanding of database security (TDE, RLS, Always Encrypted, auditing) Strong experience with AWS database services (RDS for SQL Server, Aurora, DynamoDB familiarity) Hands-on experience with automation and IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, PowerShell) Proficiency with observability and performance tools (CloudWatch, Idera, Redgate, AppD, Performance Insights, SQL Profiler, Extended Events) Demonstrated experience leading large-scale modernization or cloud migration initiatives Strong leadership experience managing architecture and engineering teams

Define and execute the enterprise Database Platform Engineering strategy Drive modernization initiatives for tooling, automation, and developer experience Establish standards for SQL Server deployments, reliability, performance optimization, capacity management, and disaster recovery Lead modernization across all database platforms, including transitions toward cloud-native and managed database services Partner with application teams to ensure database designs meet scalability, observability, security, and compliance requirements Own reference architectures for SQL Server and related data platforms Establish best practices for performance, scalability, security, and cost efficiency in AWS Own and manage HA/DR architectures including Always On Availability Groups, clustering, and replication Standardize database-as-code practices using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools Introduce automation for patching, backups, schema migrations, and performance tuning Ensure 99.95%+ availability for Tier-1 database services Implement and optimize observability capabilities including monitoring, logging, alerting, and proactive incident response Drive capacity planning, cost optimization, and FinOps practices for database platforms Introduce and scale modern engineering practices including IaC, CI/CD for database changes, and advanced observability tooling Evaluate emerging cloud-native database technologies and make recommendations for adoption Enforce enterprise-grade security controls such as encryption at rest/in transit, least-privilege access, data masking, and auditing Ensure database platforms remain compliant with SOC, HIPAA, HITRUST, and other regulatory frameworks Partner with the CISO on data protection, vulnerability management, and modernization of security practices Collaborate with Product Engineering leadership to deliver database solutions optimized for developer speed, reliability, and flexibility Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives on database strategy, architecture, modernization, and risk Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of database architects and engineers Foster a culture of innovation, automation, operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement