Cloud Database Administrator III

Availity delivers revenue cycle and related business solutions for health care professionals who want to build healthy, thriving organizations. Availity has the powerful tools, actionable insights and expansive network reach that medical businesses need to get an edge in an industry constantly redefined by change.

At Availity, we're not just another Healthcare Technology company; we're pioneers reshaping the future of healthcare! With our headquarters in vibrant Jacksonville, FL, and an exciting office in Bangalore, India, along with an exceptional remote workforce across the United States, we're a global team united by a powerful mission.

We're on a mission to bring the focus back to what truly matters – patient care. As the leading healthcare engagement platform, we're the heartbeat of an industry that impacts millions. With over 2 million providers connected to health plans, and processing over 13 billion transactions annually, our influence is continually expanding.

Join our energetic, dynamic, and forward-thinking team where your ideas are celebrated, innovation is encouraged, and every contribution counts. We're transforming the healthcare landscape, solving communication challenges, and creating connections that empower the nation's premier healthcare ecosystem.

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.

Location:

Remote, USRole qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
4+ years of experience in database administration. Postgres and MySQL experience required. Oracle and MS SQL Server experience preferred.

Proficiency with AWS required.

Experience managing large fleets of AWS RDS and Aurora databases in active production systems.

Experience with SQL query language required. No

SQL experience would be nice.

Strong understanding of database security practices and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, HITECH, PCI DSS).Scripting skills (e.g. Python, Terraform) for automation and Dev Ops support.

Experience with Lambda is a plus.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Database – Specialty).What you will be doing:

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.

Availity culture and benefits:

Availity is a certified “Great Place to Work”, a “Best Workplaces for Technology Companies”, a “Best Workplaces for Women” and a “Best Workplaces for Millennia ls”!

Culture is important to us and there are many ways for you to make your mark here!

We have several Diversity & Inclusion teams and various ways to engage with fellow Availity associates. “Avai Ladies”, “Beyond Black”, “HOLA”, “Availity Pride”, “Vet Availity” a Young Professionals Group and “She Can Code IT” a group for women in tech are some of the groups you can get involved in.

Availity is a culture of continuous learning. We have many resources and experts in our tech stack and in our industry that can help get you there too!

We offer a competitive salary, bonus structure, generous HSA company contribution, healthcare, vision, dental benefits and a 401k match program that you can take advantage of on day one!

We offer unlimited PTO for salaried associates + 9 paid holidays. Hourly associates…