Senior Database Administrator

Senior Database Administrator

Job Summary:

The purpose of this role is to ensure the integrity, performance, and security of our organization's databases. By managing and optimizing database systems, the senior DBA supports critical business operations, enabling data-driven decision-making and maintaining seamless access to vital information. This role is essential for safeguarding data assets and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our IT Infrastructure.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Database Management and Maintenance - Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of database systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.
• Performance Tuning and Optimization - Monitor and analyze database performance, implementing necessary adjustments and optimizations to improve efficiency and response times
• Technical Leadership and Best Practices - Provide technical leadership for database-related projects and architecture, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and organizational standards.
• Backup, Recovery, and Security Management - Develop and manage backup and recovery plans, implement security policies, and conduct regular audits to safeguard data integrity and protect sensitive information.
• Collaboration and Support - Work closely with IT teams, developers, and stakeholders to provide database-related support, troubleshoot issues, and ensure alignment with business objectives

Experience and Qualifications:

• Extensive Database Administration Experience - Minimum of 7-10 years of hands-on experience managing and maintaining SQL Server databases in production and test environments. Previous experience in the insurance industry is a plus.
• Cloud Database Management - Proven experience managing databases in cloud environments such as AWS and/or Azure, including familiarity with cloud-native database services (e.g., Amazon RDS, Azure SQL Database).
• Performance Tuning and Optimization - Demonstrated expertise in database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting to ensure high availability and efficiency.
• Educational Background and Certifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 
• Technical Leadership and Collaboration - Strong track record of providing technical leadership on database projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior DBAs. Excellent documentation and communication skills to effectively interact with developers, IT staff, and stakeholders.

Americo: We’re in this for life!

The roots of the Americo family of companies date back more than 100 years.  Americo is a Life Insurance and Annuity company providing innovative products to our customers.  At Americo, it’s the people who make things work, so we hope you join us!

For more information about our company, please visit www.americo.com.

What you’ll love about working at Americo:

• We offer a comprehensive paid training program that will make you feel prepared and excited about your role.
• We place true value in work/life balance. We offer generous Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays to all associates.
• Health and Well-Being: We are proud to offer subsidies to support your health and fitness goals by providing gym membership subsidies
• Prepare for your Future: Americo offers a 401(k) with a company match
• Opportunities to Give Back! We support several local organizations like Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, American Red Cross, Harvester’s, and many more.
• Company Culture and Team-building: Americo participates in Kansas City Corporate Challenge, hosts company-sponsored events, and bring ice cream and coffee trucks on-site to show our appreciation
• We are conveniently located in Downtown Kansas City, within walking distance to top attractions and restaurants
• As an associate, you will receive complimentary paid parking near our Americo offices

*This is an onsite role, located in Kansas City, MO. Please apply only if you are able to be in office and local to the greater Kansas City metro area.