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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, but work in an environment where individual and career development is always valued. Technology associates leverage their talents and passion, building new and innovative platforms, creating programs founded in automation in agile frameworks, and driving existing and new markets—all of which supports the rapid growth of a dynamic industry leader.

Section 1: Position Summary

The Senior Database Engineer provides the highest level of support for the maintenance and performance of the companies multiple Back End Database Systems. Offer low level supervision in assisting the Associate and Database Engineer’s with daily tasks and projects.

Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs complex Database Administration & design work
• Identifies & facilitates resolution of data issues across multiple computing environments
• Participates in developing corporate Database Architecture and Data Standards
• Provides system analysis on production systems
• Participates on teams to help set future IT direction.
• Works with development and Helpdesk staff to assist with code direction
• Reviews Code prior to implementation to QA
• Implements Database Code on multiple servers
• Provides system analysis on all systems environments
• Participates in the planning and execution of bi-yearly disaster recovery drills
• Writes detailed documentation for DBA related tasks and procedures
• Contributes on various database projects
• Responsible for protecting and securing all client data held by Ascensus to ensure against unauthorized access to and/or improper transmission of information that could result in harm to a client.
• Our I-Client service philosophy and our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always should be visible in your actions on a day to day basis showing your support of our organizational culture.

Supervision

• N/A

Section 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Computer Science or a related discipline
• A minimum 6 years’ experience in Database Administration SQL Server
• Have a basic understanding of business functions
• Working knowledge of Database Administration design and techniques
• Experience working with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot and resolve database issues
• Ability to function both independently and in a team environment, be able to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and successfully work against fixed implementation dates
• Knowledge of Development Life Cycle
• A strong understanding of Data Modeling, Relational Concepts and Data Warehouse
• Experience implementing and supporting a SQL Server Data Warehouse environment
• Good analytical and communication skills
• The ability to work effectively with vendors, management and staff
• Must be very detail oriented
• Strong problem solving skills, demonstrating sound judgment
• Must be self-motivated and able to work within established standards
• Ability to work well under pressure with multiple priorities
• Able to work weekends/off hours when necessary

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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