Database Architect

Database ArchitectJob LocationsUS-FL-Orlando | US-NY-New York City | US-MA-Watertown | US-GA-Atlanta | US-NJ-Manasquan | US-DC-WashingtonID2026-6328CategoryTechnologyTypeRegular Full-TimeCareer Stage TypeExperienced# of Openings1OverviewABOUT THE POSITIONDatabase Architect Locations: Hybrid work model with flexibility to work from any VHB office within our footprint. Explore our office locations:Locations | VHB Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.VHB is seeking a Database Architect to join our Technology Enablement team. This is an exciting opportunity to design and lead enterprise data architecture solutions that support the markets VHB serves, including Transportation, Energy, State/Local Government and Real Estate. In this role, you will help shape scalable, secure, and high-performing database environments that enable innovative digital solutions and data-driven decision-making across the organization.Our teams leverage modern technologies and agile practices to deliver impactful solutions that help improve mobility, sustainability, and resource accessibility. The systems and platforms we build support critical business operations and client initiatives that make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.If you are passionate about enterprise data architecture, database optimization, data governance, and building scalable data solutions, we encourage you to join our team. This position can be located in a variety of VHB locations.Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain enterprise database architectures, data models, and data integration strategies * Lead the planning and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing database solutions across multiple business applications * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, vendors, and leadership to support enterprise data initiatives and system integration efforts * Design and support databases and data architectures for transportation safety and crash data management systems, including data integration, reporting, analytics, and data quality initiatives * Develop and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models aligned with business and technical requirements * Define database standards, governance practices, naming conventions, and data quality processes * Analyze current database environments and recommend improvements for performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability * Support data warehousing, ETL processes, and integration of new data sources into existing enterprise systems * Provide guidance on database administration, indexing strategies, query optimization, backup/recovery planning, and security best practices * Review and evaluate business requirements related to data usage, reporting, analytics, and system performance * Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and database design specifications * Partner with development teams to ensure alignment between application architecture and database architecture * Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Technology Enablement teamSkills and Attributes * Knowledge of database architecture principles, data modeling methodologies, and data governance best practices * Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, indexing, and database troubleshooting * Familiarity with ETL processes, data warehousing concepts, and enterprise system integration * Understanding of database security, backup/recovery strategies, and high-availability solutions * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills * Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities * Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a collaborative team environment * Self-motivated with strong attention to detai