NJM Insurance Group · 6 hours ago
Database Administrator, Senior
NJM - Trenton
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$126K/yr - $146K/yr
10+ years expNJM Insurance Group is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to maintain and ensure the ongoing availability of SQL Server systems, both on-premises and in the cloud. The role involves optimizing database products for performance, security, and reliability while troubleshooting issues and implementing best practices for database management.
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Responsibilities
Maintain and ensure the availability of SQL Server systems, including on-premises, AWS, and Azure environments
Monitor system performance and implement necessary security updates and patches
Optimize and manage multiple database products to ensure high performance and efficiency
Quickly learn new product platforms and database technologies. Stay updated with the latest industry trends in database management
Improve standard practices and procedures within the team to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Develop and implement best practices for database management
Troubleshoot and solve database-related issues effectively. Provide timely and efficient resolution to database problems
Continuously work to acquire deep skills in relevant DBA areas. Participate in training and development programs to enhance technical expertise
Understand the infrastructure environment and independently support an application’s database platform. Ensure the database platform meets the application’s requirements
Maintain solid proficiency in backup and recovery options. Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies
Perform database design tasks, including schema design, indexing, and normalization. Ensure database designs meet performance and scalability requirements
Maintain team’s documentation and make updates and improvements as needed. Ensure documentation is accurate and up to date
Capacity planning of databases and regular performance assessments and implement tuning measures
Write and optimize T-SQL scripts for automating administrative tasks. Ensure scripts are efficient and maintainable
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math or IT related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server
At least 3 years of experience with native Azure SQL Database
Minimum 5 years of experience with Powershell or Python scripting
Experience in technical database administration, development, tuning, and database design
Working experience or knowledge SSRS and PowerBI Reports development
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proven self-reliant, self-starter with the ability to educate others
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Project and task-oriented with a focus on details
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
Preferred
MongoDB Atlas database management experience a plus
DB Certification in Microsoft SQL Server or Azure SQL database preferred
Benefits
401(k) with employer match up to 8% and additional service-based contributions
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life and Disability coverage
Generous PTO
Paid Sick Leave
Paid parental leave in addition to state-mandated leave
Discretionary bonuses
Company
NJM Insurance Group
NJM (New Jersey Manufacturers) is an auto, homeowners, renters, commercial auto, umbrella and workers' compensation insurance providers.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Malone
SVP, CFO & Treasurer
Carol Voorhees
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
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