Monolithic Database Refactoring Lead&nbsp

Job Title: Monolithic Database Refactoring Lead

Location: Washington D.C. 20250

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Senior

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Monolithic Database Refactoring Lead to spearhead the decomposition of large monolithic databases into modular domain-aligned components and schemas. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of modernizing databases to support agility scalability and flexibility. As a senior leader you will be responsible for guiding cross-functional teams developing refactoring strategies and ensuring the successful implementation of database modernization initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Database Refactoring: Lead the decomposition of monolithic databases into modular domain-aligned components and schemas ensuring data consistency integrity and security.
2. Domain-Driven Design: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business domains define data models and design database architectures that align with organizational goals and objectives.
3. Database Modernization: Develop and implement strategies to modernize database infrastructure including the adoption of cloud-native databases NoSQL databases and other emerging technologies.
4. Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and oversight to cross-functional teams ensuring that database refactoring efforts are aligned with organizational standards best practices and industry trends.
5. Communication and Collaboration: Foster effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders including technical teams business leaders and external partners to ensure that database refactoring efforts meet organizational needs and expectations.
6. Data Governance: Develop and implement data governance policies procedures and standards to ensure data quality security and compliance with regulatory requirements.
7. Project Management: Manage database refactoring projects including planning execution and delivery to ensure timely within-budget and high-quality outcomes.
8. Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with emerging trends technologies and best practices in database refactoring and apply this knowledge to continuously improve database modernization initiatives.

Requirements:

1. Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
2. Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in database administration architecture or engineering with a focus on monolithic database refactoring and modernization.
3. Technical Skills:
   • Proficiency in database management systems including relational databases (e.g. Oracle SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB Cassandra).
   • Experience with database design data modeling and schema development.
   • Familiarity with cloud-native databases cloud computing platforms (e.g. AWS Azure) and containerization (e.g. Docker).
   • Strong understanding of data governance data security and compliance regulations (e.g. GDPR HIPAA).
4. Soft Skills:
   • Excellent communication collaboration and leadership skills.
   • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
   • Strong problem-solving analytical and critical thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Certifications: Database certifications (e.g. Oracle Certified Professional Microsoft Certified Database Administrator).
2. Experience with Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile development methodologies (e.g. Scrum Kanban) and experience with iterative software development.
3. Cloud Computing Experience: Experience with cloud computing platforms including AWS Azure or Google Cloud Platform.
4. DevOps Experience: Familiarity with DevOps practices including continuous integration continuous delivery and continuous monitoring.