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Texas Health and Human Services · 12 hours ago

Cloud Database Architect

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$8,488/mo - $13,151/mo

12+ years exp

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. The Cloud Database Architect plays a critical role in defining and executing the agency’s enterprise data strategy by designing, implementing, and optimizing secure, scalable, and high-performing database solutions across on-premises and modern cloud platforms.

Health Care

No H1B

Responsibilities

Leads enterprise data architecture initiatives that directly support CTO strategic projects. Responsibilities include defining, designing, and delivering hybrid database solutions that span both on-premises Oracle environments (such as RAC and Exadata) and cloud-based databases. The Architect oversees studies, develops roadmaps, and provides recommendations for database modernization, migration, and optimization. Additionally, this role is responsible for developing logical and physical data models, optimizing database performance, and offering technical and data architecture leadership across the organization

Leads complex database projects that involve collaboration with agency systems, external vendors, and cloud service providers. In this capacity, the Architect is responsible for designing and implementing data architectures that are not only scalable and secure but also compliant with regulatory requirements across both hybrid and cloud environments. Additionally, the role involves establishing and enforcing robust database governance, as well as developing and upholding standards and best practices to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the agency’s data platforms

Responsible for designing, implementing, and administering databases across a range of environments, including cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, and Google Cloud Platform, as well as hybrid configurations. They implement robust solutions for data replication, disaster recovery, backup, monitoring, and high availability, utilizing technologies like RAC, Data Guard, GoldenGate, and equivalent cloud-native tools. Additionally, they ensure that all architectures are cost-effective, resilient, and consistently aligned with business service level agreements (SLAs)

Leads solution implementations by focusing on query optimization, schema refactoring, migration planning, and troubleshooting. They oversee critical activities such as testing, managing cutover and migration events, and documenting enterprise database platforms to ensure accuracy and continuity. Additionally, the Architect collaborates closely with application teams to guarantee seamless integration across systems, supporting the organization’s enterprise data strategy and operational objectives

Responsible for evaluating the current state of the agency’s enterprise database systems in comparison to the desired future state, pinpointing any gaps, and recommending strategies to address them. Additionally, the Architect conducts cost-benefit and feasibility analyses to support IT planning and provide justification for proposed initiatives, ensuring that decisions are both strategic and financially sound

In addition to other responsibilities, the Architect mentors and trains staff on various database platforms, cloud services, and integrating analytics solutions. This role also actively promotes best practices for managing and operating databases in both hybrid and cloud environments

Performs other responsibilities as needed to advance the agency’s enterprise data modernization strategy, ensuring flexibility and comprehensive support for evolving organizational priorities

Qualification

Cloud database architectureData governance complianceDatabase performance tuningEnterprise relational databasesNoSQL databasesDevOps/DataOps practicesData modelingETL/ELT toolsScriptingAutomationTrainingProject leadershipCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsMentoring

Required

Minimum 12 years of experience in enterprise database environments, including on-premises and cloud-based platforms

At least 4 years of experience in a formal database architect role, including solution design, integration, and optimization

Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and security compliance (HIPAA, FERPA, CJIS, or equivalent standards)

Knowledge of NoSQL and distributed databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Cosmos DB)

Knowledge of DevOps/DataOps practices, CI/CD for databases, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Knowledge of AI/ML data pipelines or advanced analytics integration

Knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of computer systems, the techniques used in the design of non-automated systems, information technology equipment, applicable programming languages, computer hardware and software, computer operating systems, writing program code, and automated mapping

Hands-on skills with enterprise relational database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and cloud-native databases (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL/BigQuery)

Strong skills in data modeling (conceptual, logical, and physical), ER diagrams, and schema design

Skilled in database performance tuning, query optimization, partitioning, indexing, and scalability design

Skilled with backup/recovery, high availability, clustering, and disaster recovery strategies

Strong project leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Skilled with enterprise data warehouses, data lakes, and big data platforms

Skilled with ETL/ELT tools, data pipelines, and real-time data integration

Skills in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, or Bash)

Skills in training and mentoring teams on database technologies and best practices

Skill in solving problems; in scheduling, testing, installing, and implementing programs; and in troubleshooting computer systems

Ability to analyze systems and procedures, to write and revise standards and procedures, and to communicate effectively

Ability to oversee and/or supervise the work of others

Preferred

Graduation from a college or university with a Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Administration (BA) in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred. Experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis