Sr IT Architect- Database

Sr IT Architect- Database

Who We Are:

GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities.

Your role on the team: (job description)

• Design, develop, and optimize logical and physical database models to support business and technical requirements

• Oversee the architecture, implementation, and management of highly available, scalable, and secure database solutions (on-premises and/or cloud)

• Set database standards, guidelines, and best practices for data modeling, data integrity, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery

• Collaborate with software engineers, data analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data needs and translate them into robust database designs

• Evaluate and recommend new database technologies, tools, and platforms to meet evolving business requirements

• Lead or participate in database migration, integration, and modernization initiative

• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning strategies for optimal efficiency

• Enforce data governance policies and ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to database administrators and junior engineers

• Develop and maintain database documentation, architecture diagrams, and data dictionaries

Other Duties:

• As required and assigned
• Supports GEODIS' programs for Safety, Health, Environment, Quality , Ethics, Compliance, CSR and Sustainability

What you need: (requirements)

• 8+ years of experience in database design, architecture, and administration

• Deep expertise in relational (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) database technologies

• Experience with cloud database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL) is highly desirable

• Strong knowledge of database performance tuning, backup/recovery, and security best practices

• Proficient in SQL, data modeling tools, and scripting languages

• Experience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and big data solutions is a plus. (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery)

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator, AWS Certified Database – Specialty, or equivalent are a plus

• Experience with distributed database systems and sharding strategies

• Exposure to real-time streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis)

• Relevant certifications (Oracle OCA/OCP, AWS Database Specialty, Microsoft DP-300

Bonus if you have: (Preferred requirements)

• Strategic thinking and architectural vision

• Leadership and mentoring abilities

• Strong documentation and presentation skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Knowledge of database security, encryption, and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA)

• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible) for database provisioning

What you gain from joining our team: (benefits)

• Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app.

• Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment!

• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment

• 401k match

• Paid maternity and paternity leave

• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs

• Employee discounts

• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app

• Free financial wellness programs

• Daycare discount program

• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community

• + more! 

Join our Team!

• Visit our website at  workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview.

OR

• Text DELIVER to 88300 to Apply