What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Architect position at PLS?
This job is located at : 814 Commerce Drive, Oak Brook, IL
PLS® : People. Location. Service
Why PLS? Because You Deserve Better!® PLS - which stands for People - Location - Service - is a leading retail provider of financial services. The "P" comes first, because our customers are at the center of everything we do, and we recognize that it's our exceptional team members who go above and beyond every day. The PLS Group, headquartered in Chicago, is comprised of over 200 financial service centers in 12 states. Through our check cashing stores, we provide consumers with convenient financial products and services to help them manage their day-to-day financial needs. Although many of our customers have banking relationships, we believe that our customers use our financial services because they are convenient, transparent, and frequently more affordable than available traditional alternatives. PLS was founded in 1997 by Bob and Dan Wolfberg, who serve as Co-Presidents.
Position Overview :
PLS is growing and is adding a new Database Architect to the team. This role will be based in Oak Brook, IL and will lead development and maintenance of enterprise-level database systems. We are seeking an experienced Database Architect who has knowledge and experience with multiple database technologies, development methodologies, and cloud database offerings. The ideal candidate will have broad knowledge and experience with multiple data management concepts such as Big Data, ETL, Data Warehouse and Business Intelligence, and the ability to apply comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
Job Responsibilities :
- Define a technical multi-release database roadmap that balances both business and architectural needs.
- Directly engage with developers to both design and performance tune queries and / or other database access technologies.
- Recommend and implement database changes based upon architectural review of existing implementations.
- Define a technical multi-release database roadmap that balances both business and architectural needs.
- Provide functional and technical support to ensure performance, operation, and stability of database systems.
- Directly engage with developers to both design and performance tune queries and / or other database access technologies.
- Respond to database related queries and issues in a timely fashion.
- Ensure the database is properly tested, and bugs are fixed appropriately.
- Optimize database for operational and performance efficiency.
- Responsible for database management, maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
- Work with programmers, QA team and security personnel to execute database projects according to customer requirements.
- Prepare documentation of all database procedures and guidelines.
- Develop processes and tools to monitor and analyze database performance and data accuracy.
- Function as the technical expert across multiple project assignments.
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Benefits :
Benefits for eligible employees include medical / dental / vision, 401k, vacation, opportunities for advancement, on-going training available.
We strive to demonstrate our Core Values in all positions at PLS :
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PLS Financial Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. PLS Financial Services is a drug-free workplace. PLS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your Recruiter or a member of our Human Resources team talent@PLS247.com to make arrangements. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Illinois Pay Band
140,000-$150,000 USD
Salary : $140,000 - $150,000
