Database Administrator

Description

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Mid-Level Database Administrator to join our strong, dedicated, and experienced team. The ideal candidate will primarily focus on the reliable operation, maintenance, and performance of our on-prem SQL Server environments.

A foundational understanding of cloud database concepts, particularly Google Cloud SQL, is important, coupled with a strong willingness to learn and grow across diverse database platforms, including Postgres and MySQL on Linux.

They should possess strong communication skills and a keen understanding of automating database tasks and managing infrastructure as code to enhance efficiency. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth within an experienced team, contributing to the support and evolution of critical database systems that underpin both our provider and payer side operations. Candidates should be capable of working independently on routine database administration tasks, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating effectively with application teams and vendors on customer projects with limited guidance.

Duties include

• Database Operations & Performance :  Manage the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and performance tuning of on-prem SQL Server instances and databases. This includes monitoring, capacity planning, and optimizing queries.
• Installation & Configuration :  Install, configure, and patch SQL Server environments, including managing SQL Server Agent jobs.
• Backup & Recovery : maintain backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.
• High Availability & Disaster Recovery (HA / DR) :  Monitor and maintain existing HA / DR solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups) and assist with their implementation.
• Security Management :  Administer SQL Server security, managing logins, users, roles, permissions, and ensuring compliance with security policies.
• Troubleshooting & Support :  Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, providing support to application teams, vendors, and participating in incident resolution.
• Documentation :  Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for database systems and processes.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

Preferred

Language (Other than English) :

None

Travel Requirement : 0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office-based

Teaches / trains others regularly

Occasionally

Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products / services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

Yes

Lifting : up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting : 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting : 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

Pay Range Minimum : $57,700.00

Pay Range Maximum : $107,800.00

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