Remote Lead Database Engineer

Description:

• TherapyNotes is looking for a Lead Database Engineer to join their team of cloud-first technology enthusiasts.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with PostgreSQL databases and a strong attention to detail.
• The role requires a collaborative mindset to work within a DevOps culture across the technology organization.
• Responsibilities include engineering, designing, implementing, and maintaining critical PostgreSQL database systems for a 24x7 SaaS platform.
• The candidate should have experience leading an engineering team and be comfortable with systems administration in a Linux environment.
• Strong scripting, automation, and Infrastructure as Code skills are necessary, including knowledge of Terraform, Ansible, Python, Bash, and Powershell.
• The Lead Database Engineer will provide leadership for data operations, security, management, and usage policies.
• Participation in project planning and sprint ceremonies to deliver database solutions in an Agile environment is expected.
• The role involves monitoring database project activities to ensure accuracy and quality of deliverables.
• Mentoring and guiding database team members is a key responsibility.
• Effective communication with team members, other teams, and stakeholders is essential.
• The engineer will ensure database design and operations support business availability, scalability, and recoverability needs.
• Proactive tuning and capacity management to meet performance needs is required.
• Guidance on database development, design principles, query optimization, and index management will be provided to developers and engineers.
• Support for development and testing, including test data setup and automated testing scenarios, is part of the role.
• Compliance with HIPAA security policies within the database platform is mandatory.
• The engineer will improve site reliability through detailed telemetry implementation.
• Collaboration with other technical leaders to ensure new systems are supportable and maintainable is necessary.
• Escalated technical guidance and support to other technology teams will be provided.
• Adherence to security and operating policies established by the organization is required.
• Opportunities for service delivery improvement and documentation development will be identified.
• On-call coverage for production support and other duties as required is expected.

Requirements:

• A BS degree in Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience is required.
• The candidate must have 10+ years of experience in Database Engineering, Systems Engineering, DevOps, and/or SRE.
• At least 3 years of experience leading and mentoring a team of engineers specializing in database systems and SaaS platforms is necessary.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience administering and engineering highly-available PostgreSQL databases is required.
• Expertise in PostgreSQL database architecture, concepts, features, and high-availability technologies is essential.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary for this role.
• Proficiency in operating PostgreSQL in a Linux environment is required.
• Experience with cloud-based compute, storage, and containerization solutions, preferably Azure and Docker, is needed.
• The candidate should be an expert in Agile methodology, DevOps, Scrum, ITSM, and/or ITIL principles.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $150,000.
• Employer-sponsored health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are provided.
• A retirement plan with company contributions is included.
• Annual company profit sharing is part of the benefits package.
• A personal development/training budget is available for employees.
• The work environment is open and collaborative.
• An extensive 2-week onboarding plan is provided for new hires.
• A comprehensive mentorship program is available to support employee growth.