About the Role
WellSky is looking for a highly skilled Staff Database Administrator to lead enterprise-level database initiatives. This role is critical to keeping our systems secure, high-performing, and always available. You will manage installation, configuration, optimization, monitoring, and disaster recovery for complex multi-tenant databases. As a senior DBA, you’ll mentor database engineering teams, integrate AI-powered solutions into daily workflows, and ensure scalable, compliant, and reliable data infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
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Administer and optimize enterprise databases with a focus on performance, security, and availability.
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Lead and mentor database engineering teams, review code, and ensure operational readiness.
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Configure and support high-availability, reliability, and disaster recovery systems.
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Research and evaluate emerging database technologies for enterprise adoption.
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Perform advanced disaster recovery planning and execution.
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Manage capacity planning, data modeling, and database documentation.
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Leverage AI tools to automate workflows and enhance database management.
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Ensure compliance with HIPAA, HITRUST, and NIST cybersecurity frameworks.
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Collaborate in DevOps/SRE-driven environments for seamless integration.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
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12–15 years of professional experience in database administration.
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Deep knowledge of PostgreSQL architecture and internals.
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Proven expertise in multi-tenant, high-volume, and high-availability database systems.
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Strong background in Linux administration for databases.
Preferred Qualifications
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5+ years managing PostgreSQL databases in cloud/datacenter environments.
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Experience with AWS RDS, GCP CloudSQL, Azure databases, and cloud-native platforms.
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Hands-on experience with NoSQL technologies: MongoDB, Redis, ElasticSearch, DynamoDB.
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Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server.
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Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform).
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Skilled in automation frameworks like Ansible, Chef, Puppet, or SaltStack.
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Experience with PgBouncer connection pooling.
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Prior experience in healthcare or regulated software environments with security frameworks.
Job Expectations
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Flexibility to work extended or irregular hours when needed.
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Commitment to following security and compliance policies.
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Ability to work at a computer for long periods.
Benefits at WellSky
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Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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Mental health support through TelaDoc.
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Prescription drug coverage.
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Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays.
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Paid parental leave.
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401(k) retirement plan with full vesting.
About WellSky
At WellSky, innovation meets collaboration. We foster an inclusive culture where new ideas thrive, and every team member makes a difference. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing a workplace free from discrimination and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.