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Senior DBA

$160k - $175k

SmartFinancial , Inc.

Job Description Job Description Join SmartFinancial- Empowering Insurers with Cutting-Edge Technology Welcome to SmartFinancial, where innovation meets impact. Our mission is simple: help insurance agencies and carriers grow faster through powerful, scalable technology. Proudly voted a Best Place to Work four years running, we’re one of the fastest-growing tech companies in the nation. As a leading insurance marketplace, we connect millions of shoppers with a broad ecosystem of insurance partners through modern, data-driven platforms. We are seeking a seasoned Senior DBA to take end-to-end ownership of database systems on AWS. This is a hands-on, production-critical role responsible for independently stabilizing existing systems while building new capabilities over time. Core technologies are Amazon Redshift and PostgreSQL supporting customer-facing and internal platforms. Annual salary range: $160,000–$175,000. What You’ll Do Own and Operate Database Systems Take end-to-end ownership of Amazon Redshift and PostgreSQL environments on AWS supporting customer-facing and internal platforms. Stabilize and Build Lead stabilization of existing database systems while designing and implementing new capabilities as the platform evolves. Performance and Reliability Design schemas, optimize queries, and tune databases to ensure high performance, availability, and scalability for production workloads. Data Infrastructure Design, build, and maintain AWS-based data pipelines for ingestion, transformation, and distribution across multiple applications. Monitoring, Resilience, and Recovery Monitor database health, troubleshoot incidents, participate in on-call as needed, and implement backup, recovery, and disaster preparedness strategies. Security and Compliance Enforce data integrity, access controls, and security best practices in alignment with internal policies and external compliance requirements. Cross-Functional Partnership Work closely with engineering, product, analytics, and infrastructure teams to deliver reliable, well-integrated data solutions. Technical Leadership Provide guidance through design reviews, documentation, and best practices, with room to grow into broader database architecture ownership over time. AWS Database Operations Manage and optimize AWS services including RDS, Redshift, and related data components. What We’re Looking ForRequired Skills & Experience 7-10 years of experience as a Database Administrator or Database Engineer in production, data-intensive environments. Strong experience with Amazon Redshift, including schema design, distribution and sort keys, and performance optimization. Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, including replication, indexing, and performance tuning. Proven experience designing and operating AWS-based data pipelines using services such as DMS, S3, Glue, Lambda, or Kinesis. Solid working knowledge of AWS services including RDS, EC2, S3, and IAM. Strong understanding of data modeling, normalization, and database design principles. Experience with database security, backup, and recovery strategies. Demonstrated ability to operate independently, prioritize work, and own outcomes with minimal handholding. Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience with MySQL or additional relational databases. Familiarity with data warehousing tools or platforms beyond Redshift. Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools such as CloudFormation or Terraform. Exposure to containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) as they relate to data systems. AWS certifications, including Database Specialty or Solutions Architect. What We Offer 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. Why You’ll Love It Here What truly sets SmartFinancial apart is our World Class Culture, consistently recognized by our employees as the best thing about working here. From lively Slack channels that keep teams connected to memorable events like our Summer Beach Party, Chili Cook-Off, Holiday Yacht Party, and impromptu office potlucks, we believe in celebrating success and enjoying the journey together. And yes, you’ll meet Penny, our beloved company mascot. If you’re a fan of pink pigs with glasses, you’re in for a treat (and some great company swag). Join SmartFinancial and become a key contributor to the data infrastructure that powers growth, innovation, and connection across every part of our business. Apply now and help us take insurance technology to the next level. SmartFinancial is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Learn more about our results-driven, people-focused culture on our careers page.

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