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VHB lists this Database Architect opportunity in watertown, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Database Architect
Job Locations
US-FL-Orlando | US-NY-New York City | US-MA-Watertown | US-GA-Atlanta | US-NJ-Manasquan | US-DC-Washington
ID
Category
Technology
Type
Regular Full-Time
Career Stage Type
Experienced
# of Openings
1
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
Database 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 team
Skills 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 detail and a commitment to continuous improvement
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Qualifications
5+ years of directly-related professional database management experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field
Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server and relational database technologies including Cloud Platform (Microsoft Azure or AWS), SSIS packages, SSRS, SSAS, and PowerBI
Experience with Restful API database Integration
Experience or knowledge of .net core API's preferred
Strong technical expertise with relational databases, SQL development, database administration, and enterprise data modeling
Experience working with transportation crash data, roadway safety systems, or safety management and analytics platforms preferred
Familiarity with crash data integration, data governance, reporting, and performance measures related to transportation safety initiatives is a plus
Experience supporting enterprise applications and collaborating with software engineering teams
Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms and modern data architecture practices is a plus
Installed, configured, and maintained Microsoft SQL Server environments, ensuring database performance, reliability, security, and availability across enterprise applications.
Experience within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry is preferred but not required
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $175,000 if located in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts or Washington D.C and $105,000 to $155,000 if located in Florida or Georgia. The base salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factors permitted by law. The posted salary range reflects base pay only. Additional compensation and benefits available to eligible employees are outlined in our Total Rewards Program.
We may consider candidates from another VHB office or state location not currently listed.
Annual base salary is one component of VHB's Total Rewards package. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers a differentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility to participate in the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.
Details on VHB's benefits package can be found here: Benefits Checklist
Building what's next, together.
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When you join VHB, you'll find:
Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
Support to grow your skills and lead through change
Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment
We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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