What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Administrator Server Engineer position at Akron Children's and Careers?
Summary:
The Database Administrator / Server Engineer is responsible for the administration, support, and optimization of SQL and Epic Caché databases and Linux-based server infrastructure within a healthcare environment. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of mission-critical systems that support clinical and operational functions. The position involves installation, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of databases and servers, with a focus on data integrity, system availability, and compliance with healthcare regulations. The role requires collaboration with application, infrastructure, and security teams to support system upgrades, troubleshoot performance issues, and maintain a reliable environment aligned with HIPAA and organizational standards.
- Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases, perform regular database backups, restores, and maintenance tasks and monitor performance and tune SQL queries and indexes.
- Ensure data integrity and security across all environments.
- Implement and maintain high availability and disaster recovery strategies.
- Perform basic Linux system maintenance (Red Hat/CentOS/Ubuntu), manage user accounts, file permissions, and basic shell scripting, patch and update system software and monitor system logs and maintain cron jobs and troubleshoot OS-level issues.
- Perform basic administration of EPIC Cache environments and monitor Cache database health and performance metrics.
- Collaborate with EPIC support teams to troubleshoot Cache-related issues and maintain documentation for Cache systems and interfaces.
Technical Expertise
- Exposure to EPIC Cache or InterSystems Cache environments (training or direct experience a plus).
- Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Education and Experience
- Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent experience
- Licensure: None
- Certification: Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or Linux or RHCSA or Epic Cache Admin Certification preferred
- Years of relevant experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience with SQL Server (2016 or later) in an administrative capacity and at least one year of experience with Linux system administration.
- Years of supervisory experience: None