What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Administrator - NoSQL position at Life Time?
About the Role:
Life Time Inc. is seeking a hands-on, self-driven DBA with deep MongoDB expertise and exposure to modern database platforms including SQL Server, Azure SQL, and Snowflake. This role is part of a dynamic team supporting mission-critical systems in a fast-paced, cloud-forward environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of taking ownership of database-related tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own end-to-end administration of MongoDB Atlas clusters, including provisioning, upgrades, performance tuning, and scaling
- Drive schema design, indexing strategies, and sharding, ensuring high availability and optimal query performance
- Lead migrations from CosmosDB or legacy systems to MongoDB Atlas, minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity
- Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, GitHub, and Azure DevOps for MongoDB provisioning and change management
- Design and maintain robust backup/recovery, replication, and Oplog/journal management strategies
- Develop and support scripting and automation using Bash, PowerShell, or Python to streamline operational workflows
- Collaborate with engineers, InfoSec, and product stakeholders to ensure database strategies align with evolving business needs
- Maintain security posture, managed identities, and role-based access control
- Document processes and maintain operational runbooks to support scalability, onboarding, and business continuity
- Take full ownership of database incidents, including triage, resolution, RCA, and long-term prevention
- Actively participate in an on-call rotation, ensuring uptime during critical business hours
Required Qualifications:
- 5 years of professional experience as a MongoDB Admin
- Strong knowledge of MongoDB internals, including performance tuning, replica sets, elections, write/read concerns, and shard zoning
- Proven experience managing MongoDB in production (self-hosted or Atlas)
- Experience with MongoDB Atlas automation and performance diagnostics
- Proficient in DevOps and CI/CD processes (Terraform, GitHub, Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
- Experience with monitoring and alerting systems
- Strong understanding of access control, identity management, and security best practices
- Strong troubleshooting and scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python)
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and communicate clearly with cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Good to have SQL Server, Azure SQL, and Snowflake
- Familiarity with Redis, PostgreSQL, or OpenSearch is a plus
- Understanding of data masking, encryption, and compliance frameworks
Pay
This is a salaried position starting at $94,000.00 and pays up to $129,000.00, based on experience and qualifications.Benefits
All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:
A fully subsidized membership
Discounts on Life Time products and services
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
Training and professional development
Paid sick leave where required by law
Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short term and long term disability insurance
Life insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
Parental leave and adoption assistance
Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold
Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.
Salary : $94,000 - $129,000
