Responsible for the design, planning, performance, modifications, and overall maintenance of database structures
Accountable for the full lifecycle of the Database Management System (DBMS)
Maintain and modify existing databases to meet the business needs
Manage database monitoring tools, examine performance metrics and functionality of databases, and tune the database to ensure optimal business user experience
Develop database strategies to maintain the highest database quality and continuously meet the necessary functionality for the business
Design and create database structure (logical design), partnering with development teams for business partner data and requirements analysis
Utilize the logical design to develop the physical database design, and create the highest performing, optimized database
Collaborate with developers post-implementation for quality control assurance, and to ensure developer understanding of data and access methods
Direct and/or execute physical database changes required by applications
Maintain database schema’s and data descriptions in the Data Dictionary
Establish, create, and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery policies, procedures, and plans; create and facilitate test case scenarios of all backup/recovery planning
Partner with users to determine and develop data models for user reporting needs, and ad-hoc reporting based on queries; eradicate existing user data misuse or user data conflicts
Ensure data integrity and license compliance for all databases
Responsible for DBMS and other database-related tools, including end-to-end planning, management, and execution of upgrades
Plan and coordinate database security measures in order to maintain data integrity
Remain current on new technologies; introduce applicable technology in alignment with goals and for creative solutions
Drive constructive change and provide leadership

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
Six years of related experience
Certified in one or more industry-standard (recognized) databases
Experience in storage technology, memory management, disk arrays, and network management
Expert knowledge of SQL
Developed knowledge and professional application of database theory and design
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for even complex problems
Excellent organization and time management skills
Knowledgeable of technology best practices in order to optimize organizational best practices
Experience, preferably in the healthcare industry, in identifying and mitigating risks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with employees of all levels
Demonstrated ability to direct others to optimal outcomes

Benefits

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

database designdatabase management system (DBMS)SQLdatabase theorydatabase optimizationdata modelingdisaster recoverydata integritydatabase securityperformance tuning

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsorganizational skillstime management skillscommunication skillsleadershipcollaborationquality control assurancechange managementuser reporting

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Scienceindustry-standard database certification