Database Engineer
Chicago, IL 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description
DATABASE ENGINEER
POSITION SUMMARY

The Database Engineer will be responsible for maintaining existing database and designing new stored procedure, triggers, and views for internal and external products. This position will also be responsible for problem solving and finding ways to create performant back-end processes. As a Database engineer you will be working closely with the Database Administrator to resolve Database related issues. In addition, you will be responsible for providing appropriate database objects to the report writers and software developers to ensure success of projects assigned to your team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Create databases with efficient structures
  • Strong T-SQL skills
  • Strong experience and skills with SSIS package design and maintenance
  • Design and implementation of ETL processes, working with large volumes of data
  • Data modeling, including an understanding of all normalized forms, design and development of stored procedures, views and triggers
  • Design stable, reliable and effective databases
  • Optimize and maintain legacy systems
  • Modify databases according to requests and perform tests
  • Solve database usage issues and malfunctions
  • Liaise with developers to improve applications and establish best practices
  • Gather user requirements and identify new features
  • Develop technical and training manuals
  • Provide data management support to users
  • Ensure all database programs meet company and performance requirements
  • Research and suggest new database products, services and protocols
  • Help create and test SQL statements for data presentation and further automation
  • Setting up and monitoring routine maintenance SQL jobs and developing / maintaining an alert strategy(s) for failed jobs and database problems and/or failures
  • Modify / update T-SQL scripts for importing and organizing data
  • Manage daily / monthly data and reporting processes automated through SQL Server agent
  • Excellent attention to detail, ability to detect and correct problems within SQL script
  • Meet Allied's expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment.
  • Work closely with manager to complete assigned tasks
  • Adhere to, and apply all applicable privacy and security laws, including but not limited to HIPAA, HITECH and any regulations promulgated thereto.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.
  • Attend continuing education classes as required, including but not limited to HIPAA training.

EDUCATION
  • BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, OR equivalent degree.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
  • 5+ years' experience with MS SQL Server
  • SSIS
  • Experienced with SSRS is a plus
  • Experience with SQL Server Development - creating and modifying stored procedures, views, and triggers.
  • Ability to debug and enhance improvement of complicated stored procedures
  • Ability to work closely with DBA team and create appropriate indexes/re index as needed.
  • Ability to adhere to DB coding standards
  • In-depth understanding of data management (e.g. permissions, recovery, security and monitoring)
  • Excellent analytical and organization skills
  • An ability to understand front-end users requirements and a problem-solving attitude
  • Maintain high standards of data quality and integrity
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Exposure to Agile Development Methodology
  • Usage of SQL Profiler, performance monitor and other performance analysis tools
  • Knowledge of integrating SQL Server solutions in .NET environments, with working knowledge of C#, ASP.NET and SOA with web services

POSITION COMPENTENCIES
  • Job Knowledge
  • Time Management
  • Accountability
  • Communication
  • Initiative
  • Customer Focus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is an office environment requiring extended sitting and computer work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Remote

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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