Sr IT Architect- Database Who We Are: GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities. Your role on the team: (job description) • Design, develop, and optimize logical and physical database models to support business and technical requirements • Oversee the architecture, implementation, and management of highly available, scalable, and secure database solutions (on-premises and/or cloud) • Set database standards, guidelines, and best practices for data modeling, data integrity, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery • Collaborate with software engineers, data analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data needs and translate them into robust database designs • Evaluate and recommend new database technologies, tools, and platforms to meet evolving business requirements • Lead or participate in database migration, integration, and modernization initiative • Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning strategies for optimal efficiency • Enforce data governance policies and ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations • Mentor and provide technical guidance to database administrators and junior engineers • Develop and maintain database documentation, architecture diagrams, and data dictionaries Other Duties: • As required and assigned • Supports GEODIS’ programs for Safety, Health, Environment, Quality , Ethics, Compliance, CSR and Sustainability What you need: (requirements) • 8+ years of experience in database design, architecture, and administration • Deep expertise in relational (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) database technologies • Experience with cloud database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL) is highly desirable • Strong knowledge of database performance tuning, backup/recovery, and security best practices • Proficient in SQL, data modeling tools, and scripting languages • Experience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and big data solutions is a plus. (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) • Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator, AWS Certified Database – Specialty, or equivalent are a plus • Experience with distributed database systems and sharding strategies • Exposure to real-time streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis) • Relevant certifications (Oracle OCA/OCP, AWS Database Specialty, Microsoft DP-300 Bonus if you have: (Preferred requirements) • Strategic thinking and architectural vision • Leadership and mentoring abilities • Strong documentation and presentation skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Knowledge of database security, encryption, and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA) • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible) for database provisioning What you gain from joining our team: (benefits) • Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app. • Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment! • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment • 401k match • Paid maternity and paternity leave • Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs • Employee discounts • Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app • Free financial wellness programs • Daycare discount program • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community • + more!  Join our Team! • Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview. OR • Text DELIVER to 88300 to Apply