What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Database Architect position at LPL Financial Holdings, Inc.?
Are you a team player? Are you curious to learn? Are you interested in working in meaningful projects? Do you want to work with cutting-edge technology? Are you interested in being part of a team that is working to transform and do things differently? If so, LPL Financial is the place for you!
Job Overview :
The Database Architect's role will be responsible for relational database architecture, collaborating with the data engineering and development teams to provide exceptional customer service and technical expertise. The Database Architect will help align business goals with technical design, focusing on performance tuning for new and existing database systems as well as lead in the design and process for database migrations to the cloud. This is a "hands-on" position requiring solid technical skills with advanced skillsets with SQL Server performance and query optimization, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This role will also interact with other database platforms.
Responsibilities :
- Data Architect that specializes in SQL Server performance with heavy collaboration with development organization regarding SQL coding standards and TSQL optimization.
- Excellent understanding of database design and development
- Experience with very large databases and / or data warehousing
- Familiarity with RDBMS principles, database design and normalization
- Possess the ability to learn how applications work by analyzing schema, querying data, and reviewing SQL
- Perform problem determination (root cause analysis) and document the source of problems and their resolution.
- Apply Microsoft Best Practices with regards to developing T-SQL queries and stored procedures.
- Apply Microsoft Best Practices with regards to database maintenance thresholds for consistency checks, index fragmentation, statistics
- Advanced level of reviewing execution plans and not only determine possible indexing changes, but also know how to refactor T-SQL statements to achieve optimal performance.
- Ability to become the expert on a specific domain of technology and provide technical consultation to others
- Knowledge of SQL Server subsystems and internals
- Experience in developing high volume, scalable, data-intensive systems
- Entrenched skill in designing and developing highly optimized database code
- Highly skilled in urgent real time troubleshooting
- Experience working with extended events / SQL profiler and other troubleshooting tools.
- Working knowledge of DBMS hardware, including RAM, CPU, Permanent Storage, I / O, and other capacity related resources
- Ability to create or review architecture and specification documents ensuring database security, integrity, and performance
- Excellent visual, written, and verbal communications with the ability to intuitively put ideas into tangible form
- Demonstrated ability in moving a software product through the full development lifecycle
- Self-starter who able to articulate the current SQL server Schema / Data modeling complexity and propose the creative / innovative way to unpack the Tech-debt.
- Collaborate with architecture and development teams to advise on data platform best practices
- Deliver Data Architecture in alignment with our Enterprise Architecture standards and advocate for Enterprise Architecture models and patterns.
- Acquire and maintain top quality technical skills in a broad range of DBMSs, technology, and techniques
- Facilitate the reuse of code, components, and proven patterns supporting data and modern architecture
- Collaborate with business, product, and technology teams early in the M&A and product lifecycle to infuse end-to-end architecture thinking, including functional and non-functional aspects, into the conversation. Craft a high-level design early in the lifecycle and elaborate it to lower levels of detail as the conversation progresses.
What are we looking for?
We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience . We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment , are client-focused , team oriented , and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement .
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Pay Range :
105,600-$176,000 / year
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play - such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Company Overview :
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq : LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.
At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.
Join LPL Financial : Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity
At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation's leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.
Why LPL?
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life's aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews :
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant's bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL's Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
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Salary : $105,600 - $176,000
