Database Architect

Job Description Summary

As database architect manage the standardization and streamlining of all database administration and architect for current and next generation technology implementations.

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

  • Manage the standardization and streamlining of all database build activities for current and next generation technology implementations.
  • Manage day-to-day execution of multiple interdependent projects by working directly with global technical teams
  • Ensure daily management standards & process adherence around the infrastructure design, database migrations, operations and CMMC/Sox projects.
  • Manage project risks, scope changes and other non-standard events throughout the life of the project
  • Actively work with cross functional teams, management and key stake holders to program manage, review progress and functional delivery on a regular committed basis
  • Manage Build project deliverables, process improvement, strategy implementation, and build process automation while managing quality and cycle time.
  • Lead system migrations & consolidations, as well as planning for obsolescence and upgrades
  • Architect solutions in conjunction with technical and customer requirements
  • Identify and implement new technologies.
  • Manage overall team metrics such as cost and cycle time.
  • Identify critical path decisions, make recommendations, and influence program leaders and business process owners to maximize project payback
  • Work with business partners to evaluate / improve business processes and arrive at mutual, cost-effective solutions.
  • Participate in the preparation of long-term systems plans aligned with business objectives and goals.
  • Lead a team of technical resources.
  • Mentors junior team members.
  • Managing the agreed priorities in consultation with the Product Owner, team capacity planning, sprint velocity, ownership

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
  • 4 plus years’ experience of Oracle Database different versions including installations and configuration in on prem and in the cloud
  • 4 plus years’ experience of RDS installations and configuration in the cloud

Desired Qualifications

Business Acumen:

  • Adept at navigating the organizational matrix; understanding people's roles, can foresee obstacles, identify workarounds, leverage resources and rally teammates.
  • Understand how internal and/or external business model works and facilitate active customer engagement.
  • Able to articulate the value of what is most important to the business/customer to achieve outcomes.
  • Able to produce functional area information in sufficient detail for cross-functional teams to utilize, using presentation and storytelling concepts.
  • Possess extensive knowledge of full solution catalog within a business unit and proficiency in discussing each area at an advanced level.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or equivalent quality certification

Technical Expertise: 

  • Experience in managing, monitoring and maintaining databases in the cloud as well on prem.
  • Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required.
  • Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrating with IDM
  • Previous experience with DBA tools like OEM, CloudWatch, pdAdmin, Dbeaver etc
  • Designing and implementing databases in accordance to end users information needs and views
  • Knowledge in applying CMMC and SOX controls at database and database operating system level.
  • Experience in Oracle RAC, Dataguard, and Grid control

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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