Database Administrator

Company Background:

eVisit, headquartered in Mesa, AZ, is a telemedicine software company seeking to revolutionize healthcare delivery by creating physician-first tools that fundamentally simplify healthcare. Our HIPAA compliant telemedicine software was built for providers, by medical physicians, to optimize patient flow and boost practice revenue; while providing added convenience and high-quality care to patients, whether at work, home, or on the road. 

eVisit is the fastest growing telemedicine software platform. The company is comprised of a unique team of talented individuals whose experiences are driven from backgrounds in healthcare and software development fields. 

Job Summary:

The Database Administrator (DBA) and Developer is responsible for the performance, integrity, and security of databases. Additionally, this role will also involve in the development and optimization of database-related applications. This position requires a blend of database administration and development skills to support our organization's data management and software development needs.

Database Administration:

• Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS).
• Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required.
• Ensure database security, integrity, stability, and system availability.
• Manage database access, develop and enforce database policies and procedures.
• Perform backup and recovery operations to prevent data loss.
• Assist in capacity planning, space management, and data maintenance activities.
• Database Development:
• Design and implement database schemas, tables, and relationships.
• Develop stored procedures, views, triggers, and other database objects.
• Work closely with application developers to integrate databases with applications and ensure data consistency and integrity.
• Optimize query performance, index tuning, and database optimization.
• Develop, manage, and test database backup and recovery plans.
• Participate in the development and deployment of data-driven applications.

General:

• Collaborate with IT team members to assess and meet the organization's data needs.
• Provide technical support for database issues encountered by users and application teams.
• Document database architectures, procedures, and processes.
• Stay updated with the latest database technologies, best practices, and industry trends.
• Conduct regular training sessions for users on data management and security practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

• Proven experience as a DBA, database developer, or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of database structures, theories, principles, and practices.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with at least one DBMS (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with database design, documentation, and coding.
• Familiarity with data manipulation languages and the principles of database design.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think algorithmically.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra) is a plus.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies and practices.
• Experience with cloud-based database services (AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database, Google Cloud SQL).
• Experience working with Healthcare or HCIT companies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Great benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA & FSA plans
• 401(k)
• Generous PTO plan, plus 12 paid national holidays
• Fun, collaborative environment where the company is working to define the future of telemedicine
• Excellent opportunity for professional growth