Database Architect

Our client located in the Washington D.C. area has a full time opportunity fir a Database Architect.  This position requires a BS degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering, Math or Business combination of experience and education.  In addition this position requires 7-12 years of programming/design experience in Mainframe/Client Server business applications. Typically also requires as well 6-10 years of Intranet/Internet/Extranet applications Design and Development experiences. Candidate must possess a strong understanding of web servers and relational Databases (DB2, SQL, Oracle, Sybase), Object Oriented design and methodologies, and an in-depth knowledge of transactional systems.  Candidate must be able to understand emerging technologies and architectures.  Should be highly organized with excellent decision making, analytical, problem solving, presentation and leadership skills. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to interface with all levels of management including executive management.  Must have the ability to effectively communicate with and make strategic recommendations to senior and executive management as well as all levels of internal/external service partners. In addition, they interact with, and advise service partners regarding planning, scheduling, procedures, and problem resolution. Must be able to listen and interpret needs of multiple groups in order to determine the strategic direction for systems and process implementations.  This position requires working in a dynamic, high production, deadline-oriented environment. Extended hours are sometimes required when working to achieve project deadlines or to assist in resolution of production system problems. After hours, on call support is required. Some travel may be required.

 

 

 

This position is responsible for design and construction of large Relational Databases for Operational Data Stores and Data Warehousing. Develops Data Modeling and is responsible for data acquisition, access analysis/design, and archive/recovery/load design and implementation. Integrates new data with existing structures and continuously improves system functionality and optimizes performance. Data includes operational, financial, and other related data. Develop, implement and maintain integrated logical and physical data models. Develop and maintain an integrated data dictionary. Work with end users, managers, knowledge workers, business analysts, technical staff, and project team members to plan, design, develop, implement, and enhance data integrity and metadata for operational data structures and the systems that use them. Work with DBAs to implement new standards, warehouses, and other data stores. Work with 3rd party vendors to integrate COTS packages. Candidate is expected to be proficient in ETL development and Business Intelligence. Recommend and evaluate new tools and methodologies. Serve as a data technical strategy expert and lead the creation of technical requirements and design deliverables.

 

US Citizens and Green Card holders are preferred.

 

For immediate consideration please email resumes to amanda@consultusa.com and include REF ID: 2384 in the subject line when applying.

 

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