DBA/Database Admin
Job Description
Role Overview
The Database Administrator will manage and optimize PostgreSQL and Amazon DocumentDB (MongoDB-compatible) databases within complex cloud ecosystems. You’ll ensure data integrity, high availability, and secure access while partnering with engineering and analytics teams to support research, analytics, and reporting needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as primary administrator for PostgreSQL and Amazon DocumentDB instances, monitoring system health, uptime, and performance metrics
- Perform database tuning including indexing strategies, query optimization, and troubleshooting performance bottlenecks proactively
- Manage cloud data platforms and services such as AWS and GCP, including Databricks and Apache Spark to support data processing and analytics
- Handle operational database work: patching, migrations, upgrades, and scaling strategies to maintain stability and accommodate growth
- Enforce security and governance best practices, including access control and data governance aligned with HIPAA and GDPR
- Design and review scalable data models, schemas, and data architectures that support application development and business goals
- Collaborate with software engineers and data/analytics teams to integrate databases with ETL pipelines and BI/reporting tools such as Power BI
- Document data lineage and metadata and support audit/compliance activities related to healthcare data privacy
- Assist with ad-hoc analysis, troubleshooting, and ensuring reporting accuracy and data quality
- 3+ years supporting SQL and NoSQL databases in enterprise environments
- Proven experience managing PostgreSQL and Amazon DocumentDB (MongoDB-compatible) or similar NoSQL platforms
- Strong knowledge of database performance tuning, indexing, query optimization, and data modeling
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, especially AWS and GCP, plus Databricks and Apache Spark
- Familiarity with healthcare data privacy and governance standards, including HIPAA and GDPR
- Ability to design scalable, reliable database solutions aligned with organizational needs
- Experience with Power BI or comparable reporting/visualization tools
- Strong collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Healthcare, clinical workflow, or enterprise SaaS experience
- Knowledge of customer-centric product frameworks such as Jobs-To-Be-Done
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills in hybrid or remote teams
- PostgreSQL, Amazon DocumentDB, NoSQL Databases, MongoDB
- SQL Server, Data Modeling, Data Architecture
- AWS, GCP, Databricks, Apache Spark
- Data Migration, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Query Optimization, Indexing Strategies
- Data Security, Data Governance, HIPAA Compliance, GDPR
- Power BI
Own the database layer that powers secure, scalable healthcare research and analytics—helping teams deliver reliable insights through robust performance, governance, and availability.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $125,000 - $145,000 + 5% bonus
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- Generous paid time off and holiday benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
Join a dynamic team transforming healthcare research through top-tier data management—apply today to bring your database expertise to a mission-driven environment.
The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
Meet Your Recruiter
Dan James
Managing Director
After graduating with an Associates Degree in Business Administration from Westchester Community College Dan wasn't sure exactly what he wanted to do. In February 2013 he decided to put his knack for connecting people with one another to work when he joined The Phoenix Group. When he's not in the office you can find him skiing, golfing, or spending time with his family.
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