Cloud Database Administrator III

Availity

5d • Remote

About The Position

Availity is seeking a knowledgeable Cloud Database Administrator III to manage our company’s cloud-based databases. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and maintain secure, high-availability database systems in compliance with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, HITECH). This role is critical to ensuring data integrity, security, and performance across our cloud platforms. Sponsorship, in any form, is not available for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in database administration.
• Postgres and MySQL experience required.
• Proficiency with AWS required.
• Experience managing large fleets of AWS RDS and Aurora databases in active production systems.
• Experience with SQL query language required.
• Strong understanding of database security practices and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, HITECH, PCI DSS).
• Scripting skills (e.g. Python, Terraform) for automation and DevOps support.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• If you are not able to use your camera for all virtual meetings, you should not apply for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Oracle and MS SQL Server experience preferred.
• NoSQL experience would be nice.
• Experience with Lambda is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Database – Specialty).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage database structures in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.).
• Ensure database performance, security, and availability.
• Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery procedures.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot bottlenecks.
• Implement and enforce database security protocols to protect sensitive healthcare data.
• Collaborate with IT, development, and compliance teams to support business objectives.
• Maintain documentation for database architectures, processes, and compliance activities.
• Stay current with advancements in cloud database technologies and healthcare data regulations.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• bonus structure
• generous HSA company contribution
• healthcare
• vision
• dental benefits
• 401k match program
• unlimited PTO for salaried associates
• 9 paid holidays
• 19 days of PTO for hourly associates
• reimburse up to $250/year for gym memberships, participation in racing events, weight management programs, etc.
• education reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave for both moms and dads, both birth parents and adoptive parents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior