Database Engineering Manager

Summary

Join 3E, a mission-driven company dedicated to creating a safer, more sustainable world, as their Database Engineering Manager. This key leadership role oversees all global database management activities, bridging technical vision with execution to deliver scalable and secure database solutions. You will lead the transformation of 3E’s database ecosystem, aligning people, processes, and platforms for intelligent data management and real-time decision-making. The position requires a strong background in database engineering and administration, with at least 5 years of leadership experience. Location flexibility is offered, with preference given to candidates in Bethesda, Maryland or Canton, Ohio, but remote work in the Eastern time zone is also considered. The role involves managing a global team, championing AI/ML adoption, and ensuring operational excellence. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Requirements

• A strong background in database engineering and administration, with at least 5 years of leadership experience managing global teams and complex infrastructure
• Proficiency across SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience with large-scale database environments, performance tuning, disaster recovery, and automation
• A passion for modernizing database operations using agile, lean, and AI/ML practices
• A collaborative, outcome-oriented mindset with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and communicate with clarity at all levels

Responsibilities

• Oversee global database administration to ensure uptime, performance, and data security
• Implement observability frameworks (dashboards, alerts, anomaly detection, incident response) to support service reliability and transparency
• Maintain SLAs, SLOs, and clear escalation processes to support operational excellence
• Manage day-to-day database engineering, including performance tuning, backups, disaster recovery, and new solution design
• Align database operations with organizational technology priorities and enterprise-wide standards
• Champion the adoption of AI/ML in database optimization, automation, anomaly detection, and intelligent workflows
• Promote proactive, data-driven operations and continuous learning through innovation
• Lead the end-to-end execution of a global database transformation roadmap
• Oversee engineering strategy, cloud-native modernization, platform migration, and data governance
• Take hands-on ownership of escalations, fostering a culture of urgency, accountability, and learning
• Apply agile methodologies, OKRs, and lean practices to drive delivery, transparency, and continuous improvement
• Monitor KPIs like uptime, latency, and capacity utilization to guide operational decisions
• Standardize operations through documentation, SOPs, and automation frameworks
• Drive efficiency and cost control using cloud optimization tools, forecasting models, and real-time monitoring
• Act as a strategic partner between database engineering and business functions (Product, Content, Legal, HR, Finance, Support)
• Ensure alignment across technical initiatives and enterprise-wide priorities
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing, globally distributed database team
• Foster a psychologically safe, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture that values feedback and development
• Serve as the voice of database transformation across the organization
• Ensure consistent, transparent communication to promote understanding, engagement, and adoption of new processes and tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with AI/ML-powered tuning, anomaly detection, and intelligent data workflows
• Exposure to regulated environments or data-intensive industries like SaaS, RegTech, or digital products
• Familiarity with compliance standards such as GDPR, SOC 2, or ISO 27001

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Generous PTO accrual and paid parental leave
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness)