Staff Data Ontologist (Ontology and Database Schema Design Expertise)

Who We Are

At WillowTree AI, we are at the forefront of technological innovation, pushing the boundaries of what's possible with data and information management. We are looking for a visionary Senior/Staff Level Data Ontologist to join our dynamic team. If you have a passion for formal ontology or database schema design, particularly in graph-based databases, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior/Staff Data Ontologist with a deep understanding of formal ontology or substantial experience in database schema design, preferably with graph-based databases. The ideal candidate will apply their knowledge to design and develop robust, scalable data models that support our cutting-edge applications and services

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize complex data models and schemas for various applications.
• Apply formal ontology principles to organize and structure complex information in meaningful ways.
• Develop, implement, and maintain graph-based database solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and translate them into effective schema designs.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and quality across all systems.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in database schema design and formal ontology.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues with a high degree of technical proficiency.
• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance on best practices and technical solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and methodologies.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Senior or Staff-level Developer with a focus on database schema design.
• Expertise in formal ontology or strong experience with graph-based databases such as Neo4j, Amazon Neptune, or similar.
• Proficiency in database technologies and query languages (SQL, SPARQL, Cypher, etc.).
• Strong understanding of data modeling standards and best practices.
• Experience in designing and managing scalable, high-performance databases.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and effectively.
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies such as Agile or Scrum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience with cloud-based data solutions (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Experience with semantic web technologies and RDF.
• Familiarity with machine learning and data analytics frameworks.

Why WillowTree?

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