Senior SQL/DB2 Developer

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
The Sr/DB2 Sql Developer will work as part of the APD IT team under the direction of the Sr Director App Dev to ensure APD applications are performing optimally.  The role spans MSSQL and DB2 RDBMS’s and requires familiarity with both platforms. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Design and Development:
• Design and create SQL databases based on business requirements.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries for data retrieval, manipulation, and reporting.
• Create and maintain database schemas, tables, views, and stored procedures.
• Data Integration:    
• Develop data integration processes to import and export data from various sources and formats.
• Collaborate with ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) developers to ensure smooth data flow.
• Performance Tuning:    
• Monitor and optimize database performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks.
• Implement indexing and caching strategies to improve query speed.
• Data Security:    
• Implement and maintain database security measures to protect sensitive data.
• Documentation:    
• Create and maintain documentation related to database design, schemas, and processes.
• Keep documentation up-to-date to facilitate knowledge sharing.
• Collaboration:    
• Collaborate with software developers, data analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and support application development.
• Work with DBAs (Database Administrators) to ensure database health and stability.
• Troubleshooting and Support:    
• Investigate and resolve database-related issues and errors.
• Provide technical support to end-users and troubleshoot data-related problems.

Work Experience, Education, Certification / Training Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a MSSQL/DB2 Developer or in a similar role.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and database management systems (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server and DB2).
• Knowledge of database design principles, normalization, and indexing.
• Experience with ETL processes and tools (e.g., SSIS, ACS, Arcad, DBeaver, and Qlik preferred)
• Working Knowledge of data warehousing concepts.
• Familiarity of programming languages (e.g., RPG and .Net)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Sound understanding of software development life cycle and successful management of multiple full lifecycle projects is required, Agile and CI/CD experience is highly preferred.
• Demonstrate broad knowledge of multiple business areas, and industry to identify and communicate how IT solutions can support the achievement of short-and long-term business goals
• Negotiation skills, with driving desire and high propensity to learn quickly and develop oneself
• Ability to work with people to proactively identify and evaluate risks associated with business decisions
• Ability to communicate clearly, negotiate, listen, mitigate conflict, build alliances, and achieve desired results using strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
• Ability to work independently, with little management direction, and within a team environment
• Skilled at asking questions and professionally challenging to uncover important facts and information
• Has the courage to make decisions, but also has the wisdom to know when a decision needs to be escalated
• Builds consensus among diverse groups of people; highly skilled at facilitating resolution across functions and departments
• Has the confidence to engage and work productively with business leaders and product owners
• Strong team orientation

Employee Benefits:  We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental