Database Administrator Developer Sr

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

We are looking for a talented and proactive SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) with a strong background in SQL development and performance tuning, particularly within the utility sector. This position involves a blend of database administration and development responsibilities, focusing on optimizing database performance and supporting application teams in real‑time applications, SCADA, and transmission/distribution systems.

Job Posting End Date: 01-12-2026

What you’ll do:

• Monitor and maintain database health, performance, and security.
• Implement and manage database backup and recovery strategies.
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness.
• Manage user access and roles, ensuring compliance with data governance and security policies.
• Perform audits and vulnerability assessments to maintain security standards.
• Analyze and optimize SQL queries and overall database performance.
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in database systems.
• Implement indexing, tuning strategies, and partitioning for performance gains.
• Resolve platform‑related issues and participate in incident response.
• Coordinate with vendors for product‑related issues, patches, and bug fixes.
• Work closely with application developers, system administrators, and business analysts to understand new requirements and recommend high‑level direction and approach.
• Provide support for development, testing, and production environments.
• Develop scripts for monitoring, maintenance, and automation tasks.
• Utilize tools like shell scripting, Python, or Perl to automate processes.

What we’re looking for:

Database Administrator Developer Sr (Grade
8)

Education: Associates Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related technical field or higher from an accredited college/university or a high school diploma and two years related military or electric utility technical experience.

Work Experience: Six years EMS/SCADA experience with associate’s degree or eight years of experience with a high school diploma. Individuals with a bachelor’s degree and four years of EMS/SCADA experience may be considered for entry into the organization at this level. Additionally, detailed knowledge is required in application development, operating system support, computer system administration, and database technologies and support.

• Proven experience in installation, configuration, and management of SQL Server (including multiple instances on a single server/VM).
• Expertise in performance tuning, index management, and SQL query optimization.
• Strong skills in T‑SQL and Power Shell.

• Working experience with Mongo
  
  DB and Postgre
  
  SQL.
• Background in utility space, real‑time applications, SCADA, and transmission/distribution systems is an added advantage.

Grade 8: $96K - $125K

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well‑being of our employees.

Compensation Grade: SP20-007

Compensation Range: $98,993.00 - $

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer‑employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

AEP offers generous time off, competitive pay, and educational opportunities to help employees advance their careers. At AEP, we actively strive to create a welcoming community where our employees truly feel involved and supported.