Data Architect

At Stealth, we're not just leading the way in fixed ops solutions for the automotive industrywe're redefining what's possible for dealership service centers. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, and powered by a global team, our industry-leading SaaS platform combines communication, scheduling, and payment tools in one seamless solution that keeps dealerships and vehicle owners connected. With Stealth, every service interaction flows effortlessly, bringing good karma to customers and service teams.

We're looking for innovators, problem-solvers, and tech enthusiasts passionate about building solutions that people love to use. If you're ready to make an impact in an industry ripe for change, join us at Stealth and help shape the future of automotive service.

Role Description

As a Database Architect, you will be a key member of the Data Team, responsible for the reliability, performance, and scaling of our data platforms. Your primary mission is to manage and optimize our Elasticsearch, Redis, MySQL, and MongoDB clusters, and to support our growing vector database infrastructure, ensuring they meet the high-scale demands of our search and AI-driven features.

You will work closely with Senior Engineers and Architects to implement the data backbone for AI initiatives. This role is perfect for an engineer who is passionate about distributed systems, enjoys the nuts and bolts of database tuning, and is committed to Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) to automate routine operations.

To succeed in this role, you should know how distributed search engines and databases work, such as ElasticSearch, MongoDB, and MariaDB (including sharding and indexing strategies), possess a strong command of Linux systems and networking, and be proficient in Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform or Ansible to automate the lifecycle of MySQL, MongoDB, and emerging vector stores.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver who excels at translating architectural designs into scalable infrastructure, demonstrates a monitor-everything mindset to ensure high availability, and thrives on fine-tuning database performance to support the rapid demands of AI-driven search features.

Responsibilities

• Automate the provisioning, scaling, monitoring, and configuration of MySQL, MongoDB, ElasticSearch, and Redis using Terraform and Ansible.
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to monitor and support all caching and storage layers, taking ownership of alerts to resolve immediate incidents and proactively prevent future disruptions where possible.
• Monitor and tune database and caching performance (indexing, query optimization, and sharding) using tools like Prometheus/Grafana, Percona Toolkit, and CloudWatch Insights for EC2, RDS, and Aurora.
• Execute, validate, and maintain documentation for critical maintenance taskssuch as backups and upgrades.
• Automated Infrastructure: Develop and refine a Schema-as-Code system to automate the deployment, versioning, and migration of database schemas across MySQL, MongoDB, and ElasticSearch.
• Act as a technical resource for application developers, guiding query optimization and schema design to ensure efficient database utilization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a relevant field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a Database, SRE, or similar role.
• Experienced in Ansible and shell scripting (Python/sh) to automate database infrastructure and other repetitive operational tasks.
• Experience building dashboards and alerts using Prometheus, Grafana, and AWS CloudWatch to monitor database performance and look for anomalies.
• Operational discipline and rigor with written follow-up (e.g., tickets, documentation).
• Ability to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and remain methodical during production incidents.
• Strong hands-on experience managing and tuning ElasticSearch and/or Redis
• Strong hands-on experience managing and tuning MongoDB and/or MySQL

Nice to Have

• Vector Databases for AI/LLM applications
• Data lineage experience
• Data contracts

We value diverse experiences and backgrounds, so we encourage you to apply if you meet some but not all of the listed qualifications.

Total Rewards at Stealth

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that extends beyond the base salary. Our commitment to competitive compensation includes bonuses and benefits that support both personal and professional well-being:

• Flexible Work Environment: We embrace a high-performance, flexible structure that values freedom and responsibility. Our Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled model empowers teams to innovate and continuously improve using data-driven insights.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, along with wellness and telework stipends.
• Time Off: Generous vacation time to recharge and balance life outside work.
• In-Office Perks: Enjoy the office's unlimited snacks or refreshments on-site.