Lead Database Engineer - Remote

Overview

TherapyNotes is searching for a Lead Database Engineer to join our growing team of cloud-first technology enthusiasts. The right candidate will have extensive experience with PostgreSQL databases, acute attention to detail and an inquisitive mind to challenge the status quo.

In Short

• Responsible for engineering, designing, implementing, and maintaining critical database systems (PostgreSQL) which support a growing 24x7 SAAS platform
• Experience leading an engineering team and comfortable with systems administration on a primarily Linux environment
• Strong experience with scripting, automation and Infrastructure as Code technologies such as Terraform, Ansible, Python, Bash, and Powershell
• Provides leadership for all policies and procedures that govern data operations, security, management and usage
• Participates in and leads project planning and sprint ceremonies to deliver database solutions in an Agile environment
• Mentors, coaches and guides members of the database team
• Drives and ensures database design and operations proactively support the availability, scalability, and recoverability needs of the business
• Provides escalated technical guidance and support to other technology teams throughout the organization
• Ensures all solutions and operational activities adhere to the security and operating policies established by the organization
• Provides on-call coverage for production support and other duties as required

Requirements

• BS degree in Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience with Database Engineering, Systems Engineering, DevOps and/or SRE
• 3+ years experience leading and mentoring a team of engineers specializing in database systems and SaaS platforms
• 3+ years experience administering and engineering highly-available PostgreSQL databases
• Expert in PostgreSQL database architecture, concepts, features, and high-availability technologies
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with operating PostgreSQL in a Linux environment
• Experience in cloud-based compute, storage, and containerization solutions (Azure & Docker preferred)
• Expert with the Agile methodology, DevOps, Scrum, ITSM and/or ITIL principles

Benefits

• Competitive salary - $110,000-$150,000
• Employer sponsored health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement plan with company contribution
• Annual company profit sharing
• Personal development/training budget
• Open, collaborative work environment
• Extensive 2-week onboarding plan
• Comprehensive mentorship program