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At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. 

Job Description

SQL Server DBA Key Responsibilities:

• Database Management:
  • Administer, monitor, and maintain MS SQL Server and MongoDB or Oracle or PostgreSQL databases.
  • Implement data backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.
  • Optimize database performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Security & Compliance:
  • Enforce database security measures to safeguard sensitive data.
  • Implement and manage user access and roles to ensure compliance with security policies.
• Collaboration:
  • Work with development teams to design and implement database solutions that support application requirements.
  • Collaborate with IT teams in managing database changes and upgrades.
• Monitoring & Reporting:
  • Set up and utilize monitoring tools to track database performance and address bottlenecks.
  • Generate reports on system performance, availability, and other relevant metrics.
• Proactive Maintenance:
  • Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including patching and updates for both MS SQL Server and MongoDB or Oracle Or PostgreSQL.
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements for database architecture and software tools.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  • 5-7 years of experience in database administration, specifically with MS SQL Server and MongoDB or Oracle Or PostgreSQL.
  • Strong knowledge of database backup, recovery, and replication strategies.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Oracle database management, including Oracle RAC and Data Guard.
  • Experience with MongoDB/SQL Server/PostgreSQL deployment and management tools.
  • Familiarity with database monitoring tools and best practices.
  • Knowledge of agility tools such as Version1.
  • Familiarity with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow.
  • Experience with Datadog monitoring.
  • Cloud-based database administration experience with Azure or Amazon AWS.
  • Familiarity with ITIL practices.
  • Proficiency in Python and PowerShell scripting.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Compensation

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

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When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.