5+ years of software architecture and system design experience
10+ years of relational database design and normalization experience
Strong expertise in relational database design, with deep knowledge of 3NF and normalized schemas
Experience designing tables, relationships, keys, constraints, and indexes
Hands-on experience with application-focused OLTP data modeling (not BI, analytics, data warehouse, or AI use cases)
Experience with data modeling tools (e.g., DbSchema, Vertabelo, ERBuilder, ERwin, ER/Studio)
Ability to work across conceptual, logical, and physical data models
Strong experience with relational databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server
Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra
Strong SQL skills (ability to review, validate, and occasionally write SQL)
Understanding of microservices architecture and API-based systems
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments across multiple teams
Knowledge of data governance (privacy, security, retention)
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Application Data Architect