Database Administrator Developer Sr

Job Posting End Date

03-26-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

We are looking for a talented and proactive SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) with a strong background in SQL development and performance tuning, particularly within the utility sector. This position involves a blend of database administration and development responsibilities, focusing on optimizing database performance and supporting application teams in real-time applications, SCADA, and transmission/distribution systems.

Job Description

NOTE: This is an onsite position reporting 5 days in office either at the New Albany OH or Roanoke VA location.

What you'll do:

Database Administration 

• Monitor and maintain database health, performance, and security. 

• Implement and manage database backup and recovery strategies. 

• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness. 

• Manage user access and roles, ensuring compliance with data governance and security policies. 

• Perform audits and vulnerability assessments to maintain security standards. 

• Analyze and optimize SQL queries and overall database performance. 

• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in database systems. 

• Implement indexing, tuning strategies, and partitioning for performance gains. 

• Resolve platform-related issues and participate in incident response. 

• Coordinate with vendors for product-related issues, patches, and bug fixes. 

• Work closely with application developers, system administrators, and business analysts to understand new requirements and recommend high-level direction and approach. 

• Provide support for development, testing, and production environments. 

• Develop scripts for monitoring, maintenance, and automation tasks. 

• Utilize tools like shell scripting, Python, or Perl to automate processes. 

What We're Looking For:

Database Administrator Developer Sr(Grade 8)

Education requirements are listed below:

Associates Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related Technical field or higher from an accredited college/university or high school diploma and two years related military or electric utility technical experience.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

Six (6) years EMS/SCADA experience with associate's degree or eight (8) years of experience with a high school diploma. Individuals with a bachelor's degree and 4 years of EMS/SCADA experience may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.

In addition to the EMS/SCADA experience noted above, detailed knowledge is required in three other pertinent areas below: Application development Operating System support

Computer system administration Database technologies and support**Distribution - can use this job family, need to update language in actual posting to reflect DMS and Distribution and remove EMS and transmission references

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience in installation, configuration, and management of SQL Server (including multiple instances on a single server/VM). 

• Expertise in performance tuning, index management, and SQL query optimization. 

• Strong skills in TSQL and PowerShell. 

Nice to Haves 

• Working experience with MongoDB and PostgreSQL.