Senior Database Administrator

Department: Information Technology
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Hybrid, Sacramento, Ca.
Travel: Occasional
Salary: $122,574 - $150,000 Annually

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Western Health Advantage

Western Health Advantage is seeking a highly experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to lead the management, optimization, and strategic oversight of our enterprise database environments. This role is critical to ensuring the performance, availability, security, and integrity of systems built on Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server, while also supporting complex data integration processes leveraging Informatica Power Center.

This position is ideal for a database professional who thrives in high‑availability environments, understands enterprise‑scale architecture, and brings deep technical expertise in performance tuning, data integrity, and disaster recovery planning.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the health, stability, and optimization of mission‑critical database systems. Your responsibilities will include:

• Administering, monitoring, and optimizing Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database environments
• Managing database performance tuning, indexing strategies, query optimization, and capacity planning
• Overseeing database backup, recovery, replication, and high‑availability configurations
• Supporting and optimizing ETL workflows and data integrations utilizing Informatica Power Center
• Designing and implementing database security, access controls, and compliance safeguards
• Managing database patching, upgrades, migrations, and environment refreshes
• Collaborating with development, Dev Ops, and BI teams to support application deployments and data architecture initiatives
• Troubleshooting complex production issues and performing root cause analysis
• Ensuring data integrity, consistency, and reliability across environments
• Developing and maintaining documentation for database configurations, procedures, and disaster recovery plans
• Supporting audit requirements and regulatory compliance initiatives
• Recommending and implementing database architecture improvements to enhance scalability and performance
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior team members
• Participating in after‑hours support or maintenance activities as needed

We’re seeking a technically advanced DBA with deep hands‑on expertise and a strong understanding of enterprise database architecture.

• Extensive experience administering Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise environments
• Strong proficiency in SQL performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization
• Experience supporting ETL processes, particularly using Informatica Power Center
• Expertise in backup/recovery strategies, high‑availability configurations, and disaster recovery planning
• Experience implementing database security standards and access controls
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Intermediate to advanced computer proficiency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace

• Experience in healthcare or health plan environments
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in data management
• Experience supporting large‑scale data warehouse environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline

At Western Health Advantage, the Finance team plays a critical role in ensuring organizational stability, regulatory compliance, and strategic growth. As Finance Director, you’ll have the opportunity to influence key financial decisions, mentor a high‑performing team, and partner closely with executive leadership to support the mission and long‑term success of the organization.

Western Health Advantage is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment on the basis of merit and without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, military or veteran status, or any other basis made unlawful by federal or state law.

Western Health Advantage values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. Collaborating with the best and the brightest means a dynamic, fulfilling work experience for you — and excellent customer service for our members.

Do you require sponsorship either now or in the future?

Are you able to work onsite in Sacramento, California from the date of hire?

All interviews will be conducted onsite in Sacramento CA. Are willing to interview onsite at your own expense?