Job Description
At NiCE, we don’t limit our challenges. We challenge our limits. Always. We’re ambitious. We’re game changers. And we play to win. We set the highest standards and execute beyond them. And if you’re like us, we can offer you the ultimate career opportunity that will light a fire within you.
So, what’s the role all about?
Nice Actimize is seeking a seasoned Database Architect with 17+ years of experience to spearhead database modernization and optimization efforts. This role requires an expert in PostgreSQL with strong heritage in Oracle and SQL Server, deep understanding of PostgreSQL architecture on AWS, and experience managing EC2-based PostgreSQL environments. The individual will lead complex migrations, ensure high performance at engine and query levels, and act as a strategic consultant to implementation and customization teams.
How will you make an impact?
- Lead end-to-end migration of large-scale databases from Oracle (PL/SQL) and SQL Server (T-SQL) to PostgreSQL.
- Refactor legacy SQL, stored procedures, triggers, and functions into optimized PL/pgSQL.
- Collaborate with developers to review code, validate SQL performance, and troubleshoot production bottlenecks.
- Drive performance tuning by analyzing workloads, optimizing execution plans, refining indexing, and adjusting engine configurations.
- Demonstrate expertise in High Availability architecture, backup & recovery, Postgres internals, WAL archiving, MVCC, and autovacuum tuning.
- Plan database infrastructure, capacity, and scaling strategies for high performance.
- Implement RBAC, SSL/TLS, and audit logging for compliance.
- Use migration tools including ora2pg, AWS SCT/DMS, or custom ETL frameworks.
- Leverage monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, pg_stat_statements, and pgBadger.
- Utilize Bash, Python, or Go for automation.
- Work with cloud-managed PostgreSQL on AWS, GCP, or Azure.
Have you got what it takes?
- Expert-level PostgreSQL experience (versions 12–17).
- Strong proficiency in Oracle (SQL + PL/SQL) and SQL Server (T-SQL).
- Advanced Linux Administration (RHEL/Ubuntu).
- Hands-on experience with migration tools such as ora2pg, AWS SCT/DMS.
- Monitoring expertise with Prometheus, Grafana, pg_stat_statements, pgBadger.
- Automation skills in Bash, Python, or Go.
- Cloud experience with AWS/GCP/Azure-managed PostgreSQL services.
- Experience with HA/DR, replication, and scaling strategies.
- Knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm).
- Understanding CI/CD workflows for database changes.
- Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
Soft Skills & Leadership
- Mentorship experience and ability to upskill development teams.
- Strategic thinking with ability to translate business needs into scalable models.
- Proven record managing high-pressure production outages and conducting RCA.
- Strong ownership mindset and thought leadership.
What’s in it for you?
Join an ever-growing, market-disrupting, global company where the teams – comprised of the best of the best – work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and creative environment! As the market leader, every day at NiCE is a chance to learn and grow, and there are endless internal career opportunities across multiple roles, disciplines, domains, and locations. If you are passionate, innovative, and excited to constantly raise the bar, you may just be our next NiCEr!
Enjoy NiCE-FLEX!
At NiCE, we work according to the NiCE-FLEX hybrid model, which enables maximum flexibility: 2 days working from the office and 3 days of remote work, each week. Naturally, office days focus on face-to-face meetings, where teamwork and collaborative thinking generate innovation, new ideas, and a vibrant, interactive atmosphere.
Requisition Details
Role Type: Individual Contributor Reporting to: GROUP MANAGER Requisition ID: 10159
About NiCE
NICE Ltd. (NASDAQ: NICE) software products are used by 25,000+ global businesses, including 85 of the Fortune 100 corporations, to deliver extraordinary customer experiences, fight financial crime and ensure public safety. Every day, NiCE software manages more than 120 million customer interactions and monitors 3+ billion financial transactions.
Known as an innovation powerhouse that excels in AI, cloud and digital, NiCE is consistently recognized as the market leader in its domains, with over 8,500 employees across 30+ countries.
NiCE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, neurotype, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.
