Indiana Staffing
Mid-Level Database Administrator
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: 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. Install, configure, and patch SQL Server environments, including managing SQL Server Agent jobs. Maintain backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability. Monitor and maintain existing high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups) and assist with their implementation. Administer SQL Server security, managing logins, users, roles, permissions, and ensuring compliance with security policies. Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, providing support to application teams, vendors, and participating in incident resolution. Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for database systems and processes. Essential responsibilities include: Create, develop, and review the physical model created from the logical model, ensuring that the detailed physical design of data structures and databases complies with standards, guidelines, and procedures recommended for all aspects of data modeling, database design, and maintenance. Provide applications support for staff, as well as, outside division to answer questions and resolve problems related to the DBMS technology and computing platform such as Z/OS, UNIX, Linux, and Windows. Provide after hours and weekend support as required for on call responsibilities, database refreshes, testing, technology upgrades, and other off hour assignments. Participate in establishing and maintaining technical standards, departmental procedures, and other technical documentation as required. Assist in identifying, developing, and providing technology training to the application developers of the organization (formal and informal). Participate as assigned to intra and inter-departmental project initiatives. Maintain contacts with other DBA professionals externally in other Health Insurance/Health Care industries and/or other industries to maintain a perspective of current trends and best practices. Other duties as assigned or requested. Qualifications: Minimum: High school diploma GED, 1-3 years of experience in Information Technology Preferred: Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or closely related field, 3 to 5+ years of experience in SQL Server Database Administration Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is a plus. Scripting proficiency with T-SQL, Python, and/or PowerShell is a plus. Knowledge of SolarWinds DPA for performance tuning, monitoring, and SQL is a plus. Familiar or some experience with the following is a plus: CloudSql on Google Cloud Platform, Postgres or AlloyDB databases, familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, Terraform, Other DB platforms such as MySql database on Linux, Linux OS, AI tools such as Copilot and Sidekick, Sql Server Certifications are a plus 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 Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice Req ID: J273808
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: 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. Install, configure, and patch SQL Server environments, including managing SQL Server Agent jobs. Maintain backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability. Monitor and maintain existing high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups) and assist with their implementation. Administer SQL Server security, managing logins, users, roles, permissions, and ensuring compliance with security policies. Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, providing support to application teams, vendors, and participating in incident resolution. Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for database systems and processes. Essential responsibilities include: Create, develop, and review the physical model created from the logical model, ensuring that the detailed physical design of data structures and databases complies with standards, guidelines, and procedures recommended for all aspects of data modeling, database design, and maintenance. Provide applications support for staff, as well as, outside division to answer questions and resolve problems related to the DBMS technology and computing platform such as Z/OS, UNIX, Linux, and Windows. Provide after hours and weekend support as required for on call responsibilities, database refreshes, testing, technology upgrades, and other off hour assignments. Participate in establishing and maintaining technical standards, departmental procedures, and other technical documentation as required. Assist in identifying, developing, and providing technology training to the application developers of the organization (formal and informal). Participate as assigned to intra and inter-departmental project initiatives. Maintain contacts with other DBA professionals externally in other Health Insurance/Health Care industries and/or other industries to maintain a perspective of current trends and best practices. Other duties as assigned or requested. Qualifications: Minimum: High school diploma GED, 1-3 years of experience in Information Technology Preferred: Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or closely related field, 3 to 5+ years of experience in SQL Server Database Administration Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is a plus. Scripting proficiency with T-SQL, Python, and/or PowerShell is a plus. Knowledge of SolarWinds DPA for performance tuning, monitoring, and SQL is a plus. Familiar or some experience with the following is a plus: CloudSql on Google Cloud Platform, Postgres or AlloyDB databases, familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, Terraform, Other DB platforms such as MySql database on Linux, Linux OS, AI tools such as Copilot and Sidekick, Sql Server Certifications are a plus 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 Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice Req ID: J273808