Data Architect

At Stealth, we’re not just leading the way in fixed ops solutions for the automotive industry—we’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 Mongo

DB 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  Elastic Search, Mongo

DB, and Maria

DB  (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, Mongo

DB, 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, Mongo

DB, Elastic Search, 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 Cloud Watch Insights for EC2, RDS, and Aurora.
Execute, validate, and maintain documentation for critical maintenance tasks—such 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, Mongo

DB, and Elastic Search.
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 Cloud Watch 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 Elastic Search and/or Redis
Strong hands-on experience managing and tuning Mongo

DB 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.