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# Database Developer

- **Company:** MEYER DISTRIBUTING INC
- **Location:** Indianapolis, IN, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Backup Devices, Cloud Database, Databases, Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Database Development, Database Security, Database Storage Structures, Disaster Recovery, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Windows PowerShell, Query Optimization, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Backup and Restore, Scripting, System Availability, Database Optimization, Database Performance, Indexer, Amazon Relational Database Service, Information Technology, Data Analytics
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_d7028f3b7

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information technology or a related field
 * Prefer certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle Certified Professional

Requirements for Database Developer:

 * Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience as a Database Administrator or in a related IT role
 * Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
 * Experience with database performance tuning, indexing, query optimization, and high-availability configurations
 * Strong understanding of database security, backup strategies, and disaster recovery planning
 * Familiarity with cloud database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database, Google Clous SQL) is a plus
 * Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automation tasks
 * Ability to design and implement database solutions that support business intelligence, reporting and data analytics

## Description

* Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS) such as SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or others as required
 * Monitor database performance, optimize queries, and ensure high availability and reliability
 * Perform regular database backups, recovery and disaster recovery testing to ensure data integrity and business continuity backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data integrity and minimize downtime.
 * Develop, implement and maintain database security policies and practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with data protection regulations
 * Conduct database tuning, capacity planning, and performance planning and performance analysis to ensure optimal operation of database systems
 * Troubleshoot database issues, including performance problems, and provide timely resolution to minimize downtime
 * Collaborate with development teams to design and to optimize database structures, queries, and stored procedures for application support
 * Ensure that database systems are running their latest patches and upgrades to maintain security and functionality
 * Create and maintain database documentation, including schema diagrams, configuration settings, and maintenance procedures
 * Collaborate with other IT teams to plan, implement, and support new database- related technologies and innovations


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