Database Administrator

Physicians Mutual is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) to design, implement, and maintain complex database systems. This is a hands-on role involving

performance tuning, security, data integrity, and troubleshooting across multiple DBMS platforms, including DB2, SQL Server, Db2 for z/OS, and cloud-based

systems such as Amazon RDS, Aurora, and DynamoDB. Youâ??ll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure data availability, accuracy, and security, while

also mentoring peers and contributing to enterprise IT goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelorâ??s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of IT experience with 3+ years in database administration
• Expertise with relational DBMS and client-server architecture
• Strong problem-solving and technical communication skills
• Experience with database security, backups, and recovery
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks, including SAFe, Scrum, and Kanban.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage physical databases
• Monitor performance and ensure data integrity and security
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex database access issues
• Test and deploy DBMS software upgrades
• Proficient in SQL query development and optimization
• Train and mentor technical staff
• Support on-call rotations and project deadlines

 

About us:

Health. Life. Retirement. The Physicians Mutual family empowers people from all walks of life to enjoy the financial security they deserve. Thatâ??s what Insurance for all of us® is about.

The Physicians Mutual family includes Physicians Mutual Insurance Company and Physicians Life Insurance Company. Physicians Mutual Insurance Company offers reliable dental and supplemental health insurance (and now, pet insurance!). Physicians Life Insurance Company provides important Medicare Supplement and life insurance coverage. The company additionally offers coverage for funeral pre-planning to help meet the growing needs of funeral home owners and the families they serve.

Since our start in 1902, our dedication to delivering on our promise has helped make us one of the nationâ??s leading health and life insurance providers. In fact, we are rated in the top 1% of insurance companies. We consistently maintain some of the highest financial strength ratings in the nation from independent insurance analysts, including A.M. Best Company and Weiss Ratings, ensuring weâ??ll be there for our policyowners and our employees far into the future. But the achievement weâ??re most proud of? We have a 95% customer approval rating â?? a true sign of a company dedicated to embodying its vision.

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