Lead Database Engineer

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, national organization, Centene's technology professionals have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. Position Purpose: Leads a team of engineers in the creation of database system designs and architectures in line with the organization's technical needs. Implements a process in the documentation of diagrams, processes, procedures, troubleshooting guides, and change management logs. Designs, implements, and ensures that database systems achieve 100% uptime with 24/7/365 operational availability. Develops proposed systems which meet the required database and interface specifications, based upon identified business needs Optimizes database administration tasks including configuration management, backup/recovery, performance tuning, monitoring, and space management Troubleshoots and resolves critical problems across various tiers in the database systems Communicates software development initiatives and plans related database changes including database upgrades and data migrations Researches and provides both business and technical solutions based on business needs and specifications and deploys them into the production infrastructure following change management procedures sMonitors, tests, analyzes and evaluates the existing infrastructure environment and optimize it based on resiliency, technological advancements, and cost Produces documentation on operational run books, business and technical solutions, and overall technology concepts Researches, identifies, designs and implements database upgrades and refresh programs Prepares and document standard operating procedures in accordance with required standards and protocols Reviews trend analysis and recommend solutions regarding hardware and software resource management Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Education/Experience: A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field (e.g., statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science) and requires 5 – 7 years of related experience. Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position. Technical Skills: One or more of the following skills are desired. Knowledge of Reporting Tools Knowledge of Other: database storage infrastructure Experience with MySQL Experience with SQL (Programming Language) Experience with Other: NoSQL Experience with Oracle Database Management System (DBMS) Soft Skills: Intermediate - Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty Intermediate - Ability to identify basic problems and procedural irregularities, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Intermediate - Ability to work independently Intermediate - Demonstrated analytical skills Intermediate - Demonstrated project management skills Intermediate - Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure Intermediate - Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills Intermediate - Ability to communicate and make recommendations to upper management Intermediate - Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion Intermediate - Possesses technical aptitude Pay Range: $102,900.00 - $190,500.00 per year Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law , including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility. Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act