SmartBank · 12 hours ago
Senior Database Engineer/Architect
Newport Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expSmartFinancial is a leading insurance marketplace that connects millions of shoppers with insurance partners through innovative technology. They are seeking a seasoned Senior Database Engineer/Architect to design, develop, and optimize scalable database solutions on AWS, ensuring the performance and reliability of data systems across their technology stack.
FinanceBankingFinancial ServicesService Industry
Responsibilities
Architect and Develop: Design, implement, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and reliable database systems supporting SmartFinancial’s full ecosystem, including marketplace, agent, and carrier platforms
Optimize Performance: Develop and fine-tune advanced SQL queries, stored procedures, and database functions to ensure optimal responsiveness and reliability
Build Data Infrastructure: Design and manage efficient data pipelines for ingestion, transformation, and distribution across multiple applications using AWS services
Monitor & Secure: Continuously monitor database health, troubleshoot performance issues, and implement proactive strategies for scalability, availability, and disaster recovery
Ensure Integrity & Compliance: Uphold data security standards, enforce integrity and consistency, and align with compliance frameworks and organizational policies
Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with engineering, product, analytics, and infrastructure teams to deliver robust, integrated database solutions that serve both internal and external stakeholders
Mentor & Lead: Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and architectural best practices to other engineers and teammates
AWS Management: Optimize and maintain AWS Relational Database Service (RDS) instances, Redshift clusters, and other AWS data-related components
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
7+ years of experience as a Database Engineer or Architect in data-intensive environments
Deep expertise in PostgreSQL (including replication, indexing, and performance tuning)
Hands-on experience with Amazon Redshift, from schema design to performance optimization
Proven ability to design and operate AWS-based data pipelines (e.g., DMS, S3, Glue, Lambda, Kinesis)
Strong command of AWS services including RDS, EC2, S3, and IAM
Solid understanding of data modeling, normalization, and database design principles
Proficiency in database security, backup, and recovery strategies
Demonstrated success in collaborating across engineering teams to support multiple applications and business lines
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience with MySQL or additional relational databases
Familiarity with modern data warehousing tools or platforms beyond Redshift
Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools (AWS CloudFormation, Terraform)
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) applied to database environments
AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Database – Specialty, Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional)
Benefits
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company matching.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, holidays, and paid product training.
Professional Development: Clear pathways for growth and advancement in a supportive, team-driven culture.
Company
SmartBank
SmartBank is committed to offering the most efficient, effective, and secure way of delivering your financial information. It is a sub-organization of SmartFinancial.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2014-04-08IPO
Leadership Team
Billy Carroll
President & CEO
Brad Place
Chief Technology Officer
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