Platform Engineer DBA

The Platform Engineer DBA will be responsible for maintaining IT Platforms, especially availability, performance, reliability, and compliance with regulations.

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:

• Set up, manage and maintain SQL databases and SQL based applications in a Cloud (Azure, AWS) environment
• Support end users and business users in the above environments
• Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with vendors for:
• Ordering new hardware (computers, monitors, etc.)
• Telephone (including hardware)
• Internet
• Ability to support remote users (about 30% of total staff and expanding)
• Discipline to understand change control, checklists, repeatable processes, etc.
• Ability to manage additional resources in future to cover desktop support (i.e. delegation of lesser tasks once up to speed).
• Very service oriented and has a proven ability to multi-task simultaneous requests
• Follow, maintain and upgrade all relevant documentation and standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Technical Knowledge and Understanding:

• Detailed oriented with the ability to work in a team environment and be flexible to daily changing needs and job duties.
• Able to act as a database analyst (dba) – create, manage, maintain SQL database in an Azure or AWS environment.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems, work closely with others, and complete initiatives.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be dedicated to quality, highly organized, and efficient.
• Ability to utilize all technical resources to solve problems and escalate appropriately.
  
  

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred; at least 4-6 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) 2003/2008 are beneficial but not required.
  
  

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program