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# Database Systems Engineer

- **Company:** ALTURAS ANALYTICS, INC.
- **Location:** Moscow, ID, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $95,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Microsoft Access, Data Analysis, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Performance Management, Application Testing, Business Systems, Databases, Data Infrastructure, Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Database Connection, Database Design, Database Development, Database Servers, Database Security, Disaster Recovery, Microsoft SQL Server, Open Database Connectivity, Oracle Databases, Oracle SQL Developer, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, PL-SQL, SQL Databases, SQL Server Integration Services, Transact-SQL, Database Performance, Backend, Information Technology, Vba Programming Language, Toad (Software), SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Database Backup
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b489ce197afba691

## About the Role

We're hiring a skilled and detail-oriented Database Systems Engineer to join our Information Technology (IT) team. In this role, you'll support and optimize Alturas Analytics' laboratory and business systems by managing database infrastructure, developing custom applications and queries, and ensuring data performance, security, and reliability. You'll play an important role in maintaining efficient, high-performing systems that enable our team to focus on delivering high-quality scientific work., Education and Experience Requirements:

 * Bachelor's or Associate degree in Computer Science, Management Information System, Software Engineering or related fields.
 * Experience supporting enterprise relational database systems such as Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle Database is preferred.
 * Minimum of 4 years of work experience in database administration, database development or related role.
 * Equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities Requirements:

 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 * Ability to analyze and translate end user requirements into database designs and technical solutions.
 * Advanced knowledge in relational database architecture and database design principles.
 * Experience with database backup, disaster recovery strategies including transaction logs and point-in-time recovery.
 * Proficient in Microsoft SQL Server T-SQL and Oracle SQL and PL/SQL.
 * Proficient in Microsoft Access Jet SQL and VBA/VB.
 * Experience with database administration tools such as Toad, SSMS, SSIS or similar platforms.
 * Advanced knowledge with database connectivity technologies including ODBC, OLEDB and related platforms.
 * Understanding of regulated data environments and FDA regulatory requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11, GLP, and GCP is preferred (training may be provided).
 * Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Physical Requirements:

 * Position requires sitting over 2/3 of the time
 * Position requires working in front of a computer monitor over 2/3 of the time
 * Position requires walking less than 1/3 of the time between departments/offices
 * Position requires standing less than 1/3 of the time
 * Position requires use of hands and manual dexterity up to 2/3 of the time
 * Position requires talking or hearing less than 1/3 of the time
 * Position requires lifting up to 50 lbs. less than 1/3 of the time

## Description

* Plans and maintains database server infrastructure, including hardware, operating systems and database software.
 * Installs, configures and upgrades databases systems including but not limited to Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle Database.
 * Performs data migrations and ensures compatibility with existing systems and applications.
 * Performs database performance monitoring and tuning to optimize application performance.
 * Patches database backend periodically.
 * Creates, tests and implements database backup, restoration, and disaster recovery plans.
 * Works with internal end users to understand user requirements and to develop custom applications, reports and queries for data export/import.
 * Designs, tests and deploys databases to ensure database normalization, performance optimization and regulatory compliance.
 * Codes and tests the application and custom queries with excellent understanding of good programming practices.
 * Releases applications and queries for production per Alturas software lifecycle management processes.
 * Maintains database security, access controls, and data integrity.
 * Provides technical leadership and may supervise, train and mentor database or IT staff as assigned.

Additional Duties and Tasks:

 * Collaborates with validation personnel for application testing and validation activities.
 * Works with application, database and software vendors to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
 * Performs other duties as needed or assigned.