Database Systems Engineer

Description

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.

Alturas Analytics, Inc. is a privately owned contract research organization specializing in bioanalytical services for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide. Our work supports scientific research that advances the treatment and cure of disease. At Alturas, you'll join a collaborative, supportive team that values quality, encourages professional growth, and takes pride in making a meaningful impact. We're committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued, continue to learn, and have opportunities to grow their careers.

• We pay 100% of your premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance and a portion of the premium for dependent coverage
• PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays
• Bonus program based on company-wide goals
• Safe Harbor 401k with an automatic 3% employer contribution with additional 1% match option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (with company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options - including Dependent Care
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability at no cost to you
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) focused on mental health
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness and Accident insurance

• Work-life balance
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development and promotion; tuition reimbursement
• Relaxed yet professional environment
• Wellness program including bike/walk to work incentive
• Charitable donation matching and paid time off for volunteering
• Monthly catered lunches, holiday celebrations, unlimited (good) coffee, beverages, snacks and more!

You’ll manage and optimize the database systems that support Alturas Analytics’ laboratory and business operations, overseeing database configuration, upgrades, migrations, performance tuning, backups, and security. You’ll also design and develop database applications, write custom queries, and collaborate with internal teams to meet business needs and resolve technical challenges. Additionally, you’ll help ensure system reliability, data integrity, and regulatory compliance while providing technical guidance and support to team members as needed.

• 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…