Senior Database Engineer

Ascensus; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retirement and healthcare savings industry is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to maintain and optimize backend database systems. The role includes guiding junior staff, ensuring data security, and contributing to the development of database architecture. Ideal candidates have significant SQL Server Administration experience and a passion for innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in SQL Server Database Administration.
• Knowledge of database design and administration techniques.
• Strong knowledge of Data Modeling and Data Warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex database administration and design work.
• Participate in developing corporate database architecture.
• Ensure the protection and security of all client data.

Skills

Database Design

SQL Server Administration

Troubleshooting

Data Modeling

Relational Concepts

Data Warehousing

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Math, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

MongoDB

Job description

At Ascensus, technology is more than just a solution. It powers the business that helps millions of people save for what matters—retirement, education, and healthcare. Our technology experts tackle exciting challenges in collaborative teams, working in an environment where individual and career development are valued. Technology associates leverage their talents and passion to build innovative platforms, create automation programs in agile frameworks, and drive growth in existing and new markets—all supporting the rapid expansion of a dynamic industry leader.

Section 1: Position Summary

The Senior Database Engineer provides top-level support for maintaining and optimizing the company's multiple backend database systems. Offers guidance and assistance to junior staff in daily tasks and projects.

Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs complex database administration and design work.
• Identifies and facilitates resolution of data issues across multiple environments.
• Participates in developing corporate database architecture and data standards.
• Provides system analysis on production systems.
• Contributes to setting future IT direction through team participation.
• Collaborates with development and helpdesk teams to guide code development.
• Reviews code prior to QA implementation.
• Implements database code across multiple servers.
• Provides system analysis for all system environments.
• Participates in bi-yearly disaster recovery drills.
• Creates detailed documentation for DBA tasks and procedures.
• Contributes to various database projects.
• Ensures the protection and security of all client data to prevent unauthorized access or transmission.
• Embodies our I-Client service philosophy and core values of People Matter, Quality First, and Integrity Always in daily actions, supporting organizational culture.

Supervision

• N/A

Section 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in SQL Server Database Administration.
• Basic understanding of business functions.
• Knowledge of database design and administration techniques.
• Experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve database issues.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of the Development Life Cycle.
• Strong knowledge of Data Modeling, Relational Concepts, and Data Warehousing.
• Experience supporting SQL Server Data Warehouse environments.
• Good analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with vendors, management, and staff.
• Attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Self-motivated with adherence to standards.
• Capable of working under pressure with multiple priorities.
• Willingness to work weekends or off-hours when necessary.

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