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Kwik Trip, Inc. · 2 hours ago

Database Administrator

Kwik Trip, Inc. is seeking a Database Administrator 1 to manage their database environment, primarily focusing on Microsoft SQL. The role involves maintaining and improving the SQL estate, collaborating with IT teams, and ensuring data privacy and security standards are upheld.

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Responsibilities

Work to continually maintain and improve Kwik Trip’s SQL estate. Respond to database-related incidents and problems
Provide input and work closely with IT teams, business analysts and external vendors, to develop and maintain Kwik Trip’s database system strategies
Assist in creating, maintaining, and communicating a Database Administration roadmap
Monitor OS and database platform lifecycle management to ensure Kwik Trip is keeping up with advancements in technology
Participate in business and vendor relationship management efforts and events
Work closely with the Availability and Recovery team to develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery procedures for database systems
Work closely with the Security Team to ensure data privacy and security standards are maintained

Qualification

Microsoft SQL ServerDatabase performance tuningHigh Availability (HA)Disaster Recovery (DR)Microsoft AzureBackupsRestoresPowerShellSQL reporting services (SSRS)SQL Server Integration Service (SSIS)SQL encryption technologiesJIRAService NowScrum methodologiesAnalytical abilitiesProblem-solving abilitiesCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Associate degree in Information Systems/Network Administration or equivalent combination of education and relevant Microsoft SQL database administration
Proven experience with Microsoft SQL Server, with a focus on the setup, maintenance, management, and migration of servers
Knowledge of current Microsoft Azure database products
Ability to tune and optimize Database performance with the use of index management and statistics
Experience with backups, restores and recovery models
Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for MSSQL Server
Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrating excellent verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task and perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task and self-prioritize work
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Preferred

Familiarity with PowerShell, SQL reporting services (SSRS) and SQL Server Integration Service (SSIS)
Ability to provide basic support for other database platforms (e.g., MySQL, Cosmos DB, Postgres, etc.)
Fundamental knowledge in SQL encryption technologies
Familiarity with JIRA, Service Now and Scrum methodologies to help with defining, planning, and prioritization of work
Ability to improve SQL estate through automation

Company

Kwik Trip, Inc.

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Our Mission: To serve our customers and community more effectively than anyone else by treating our customers, co-workers, and suppliers as we, personally, would like to be treated and to make a difference in someone's life.

H1B Sponsorship

Kwik Trip, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (1)
2023 (2)
2021 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Teresa Clark
Partnership Marketing Manager
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William Hazeltine
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