Oracle​/Postgres Database Administrator

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As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid‑market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.

SS&C Health
, a business unit within SS&C Technologies
, delivers technology‑driven solutions for healthcare organizations with a focus on administration, compliance, data management, analytics, and operational efficiency
. Built on decades of healthcare domain expertise, SS&C Health supports health plans, PBMs, government agencies, and employers with platforms and services that modernize operations and improve member outcomes.

The Senior Application Developer (Service Now) reports to the Director of Software Engineering and is part of the SS&C IT team that is responsible for supporting/developing/enhancing corporate applications and integrations.

• Flexibility:
  Hybrid Work Model & a Business Casual Dress Code, including jeans
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, Professional Development Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance:
  Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• Your Wellbeing:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave
• Wide Ranging Perspectives:
  Committed to Celebrating the Variety of Backgrounds, Talents and Experiences of Our Employees
• Training:
  Hands‑On, Team‑Customized, including SS&C University
• Extra Perks:
  Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Oracle / Postgres Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our critical database systems. This role is essential for ensuring the performance, integrity, and security of our data, supporting the core operations of DST Health Solutions.

• Install, configure, upgrade, and patch Oracle and Postgre
  
  SQL database software.
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize queries, indexes, and overall system efficiency.
• Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, and recovery procedures.
• Manage database security, including user access, roles, and permissions, in compliance with company policies and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database‑related issues, including connectivity, performance, and data integrity problems.
• Develop and implement database‑level replication, high availability, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams to design and implement efficient database schemas and assist with query optimization.
• Document database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Participate in on‑call rotation for critical database support.
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest database technologies, trends, and best practices for Oracle and Postgre
  
  SQL.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator with a strong focus on Oracle and Postgre
  
  SQL databases.
• Proven expertise in Oracle database administration, including RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and performance tuning.
• Demonstrable experience with Postgre
  
  SQL administration, including replication (e.g., streaming replication), partitioning, and performance tuning.
• Solid understanding of SQL, PL/SQL, and database scripting (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Experience with database backup and recovery strategies and tools (e.g., RMAN for Oracle, / for Postgres).
• Familiarity with cloud database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

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