Database Architect

Launchpad, a people-first technology company, is a leader in North America´s rapidly growing tech sector. Through two solutions, Launchpad supports its clients with digital transformation: - PaasportTM, our iPaaS solution, streamlines software integration and automates workflows. - Nearshore Staff Augmentation, our managed IT staffing service, connects top IT talent across various geographical regions, bringing industry expertise to leading clients. Based in Vancouver, Canada, our operational footprint spans across North and South America, with a second headquarters in Santiago, Chile. At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you're seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then we'd love to hear from you. **Why Join The Talent Pool?**: This Job Posting is currently part of our "Talent Community". The "Talent Community" is a section in our Careers Site, specially designed to attract and call on all those professionals passionate about technology who aspire to be part of a "People First Company" like Launchpad. Through the notices posted in the Talent Community, which are associated with a series of high-demand positions in the market, you can quickly upload your resume; we assure you that in this way, we can easily find your profile in our database when we have the right opportunity for you. This means that these are not vacancies we are actively working on, but rather a simple way to connect and explore the possibility of working together in the future. If you are a **Database Architect**and you are interested in working with world-class companies, submit your resume today ***: **Responsibilities**: - Lead the design and development of database architecture to meet business requirements. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and usage. - Define and enforce database standards and best practices. - Evaluate and recommend database technologies and tools. - Design and implement data models, schema, and structures. - Develop strategies for database security, backup, and recovery. - Optimize database performance and conduct regular assessments. - Stay updated on emerging database technologies and trends. - Provide technical leadership and mentorship to database teams. - Participate in capacity planning and scalability assessments. **Qualifications**: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. - Proven experience as a Database Architect or in a similar senior database role. - Extensive expertise in database design, modeling, and implementation. - In-depth knowledge of database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL). - Strong understanding of database security and compliance. - Experience with data warehousing concepts and architectures. - Proficiency in scripting and database programming languages. - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team. **Preferred Skills**: - Certification in database architecture or related field. - Experience with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS Aurora, Azure Cosmos DB). - Knowledge of NoSQL databases and distributed systems. - Familiarity with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark). - Understanding of data governance and master data management. ***Why Work for Launchpad?**: - 100% remote - People first culture - Excellent compensation in US Dollars - Hardware setup for working from home - Work with global teams and prominent brands based in North America, Europe, and Asia - Training allowances - Personal time off (PTO) for vacations, study leave, personal time, etc. - ...and more At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you're seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then you are the future of Launchpad. Launchpad is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and treated equally. Are you ready to elevate your career at Launchpad? We want to hear your story Contact us today.