Junior Database Developer at MEYER DISTRIBUTING INC — Indianapolis, USA | Base Career

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Meyer Distributing is looking for a Junior Database Developer to join our Indianapolis, IN team - we are hiring immediately!

Meyer Distributing is a leader in automotive specialty products marketing and warehouse distribution.

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

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

Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm Database Developer duties include but are not limited to:

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

Junior Database Developer