Cloud Database Administrator III

📋 Description

• • As a Cloud Database Administrator III at Availity, you will be at the forefront of managing and safeguarding our critical cloud-based database infrastructure, ensuring the integrity, security, and optimal performance of systems that are vital to the healthcare industry.
• • This role is instrumental in supporting Availity's mission to revolutionize healthcare technology by providing a robust and reliable platform for millions of providers and processing billions of transactions annually.
• • You will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle management of our cloud databases, encompassing design, implementation, maintenance, and continuous optimization.
• • A core aspect of your role will involve designing and implementing scalable, high-availability database solutions within major cloud environments, with a primary focus on AWS, and potentially extending to Azure and GCP.
• • You will architect and deploy database structures that can handle significant transaction volumes and ensure seamless data flow across our platform.
• • Ensuring the security of sensitive healthcare data is paramount; you will implement and rigorously enforce robust database security protocols, adhering strictly to healthcare regulations such as HIPAA, HITECH, and PCI DSS.
• • This includes managing access controls, encryption, and vulnerability assessments to maintain the highest standards of data protection.
• • You will be the guardian of our data's availability, developing, testing, and maintaining comprehensive backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans to guarantee business continuity.
• • Proactive monitoring of database performance will be a key responsibility, identifying and resolving bottlenecks to ensure optimal query execution and system responsiveness.
• • You will leverage your expertise to troubleshoot complex database issues, minimizing downtime and impact on users.
• • Automation will be a critical tool in your arsenal; you will develop and utilize scripting languages like Python and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform to automate routine tasks, deployments, and management processes, aligning with DevOps principles.
• • Collaboration is essential in this role. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, software development, and compliance departments, to align database strategies with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• • You will contribute to the continuous improvement of our database infrastructure and practices.
• • Maintaining meticulous documentation for database architectures, operational procedures, and compliance activities will be a crucial part of your role, ensuring knowledge transfer and audit readiness.
• • Staying abreast of the latest advancements in cloud database technologies, emerging security threats, and evolving healthcare data regulations is vital to maintaining our competitive edge and compliance posture.
• • You will be expected to share your knowledge and insights with the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• • This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading healthcare technology company, contributing directly to a mission that improves patient care and streamlines healthcare operations.
• • You will be part of an energetic, dynamic, and forward-thinking team that celebrates innovation and values every contribution.
• • The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
• • You will be instrumental in ensuring the reliability and scalability of Availity's platform, which serves over 2 million providers and processes over 13 billion transactions annually.
• • Your expertise will directly contribute to Availity's reputation as a trusted leader in the healthcare engagement platform space.
• • This is an opportunity to grow your career in a certified "Great Place to Work" environment, recognized for its commitment to technology, diversity, and employee well-being.