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Database Administrator
We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining, optimizing, and securing database systems that support insurance claims processes. This position offers an opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization dedicated to protecting policyholders and ensuring financial stability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and maintain Microsoft Access front-end applications connected to SQL Server back-end databases.<br>• Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, and integrity checks to ensure system reliability.<br>• Develop, modify, and optimize database queries, stored procedures, and reports to support claims processing.<br>• Monitor and improve system performance, availability, and security within the claims database environment.<br>• Collaborate with claims processing teams to understand workflows, data requirements, and reporting needs.<br>• Document database structures, dependencies, and support procedures for efficient system management.<br>• Work with IT leadership to explore modernization or migration strategies for legacy systems.<br>• Create and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate data tasks, file transfers, system monitoring, and reporting.<br>• Oversee secure data transmission processes with external stakeholders and troubleshoot issues in coordination with partners.<br>• Conduct regular performance monitoring of databases, scheduled jobs, and logs to ensure system integrity.
• At least 5 years of experience in Microsoft Access development and maintenance.<br>• Minimum of 5 years working with Microsoft SQL Server, including T-SQL, stored procedures, and indexing.<br>• Proven expertise in supporting insurance claims processing systems, such as property and casualty or workers' compensation.<br>• Strong knowledge of relational database design, troubleshooting, and optimization.<br>• Proficiency in creating user forms, reports, and automation within Microsoft Access.<br>• Ability to analyze and reverse-engineer undocumented legacy databases.<br>• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.<br>• Familiarity with performance tuning for SQL databases and related systems.
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  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining, optimizing, and securing database systems that support insurance claims processes. This position offers an opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization dedicated to protecting policyholders and ensuring financial stability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and maintain Microsoft Access front-end applications connected to SQL Server back-end databases.<br>• Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, and integrity checks to ensure system reliability.<br>• Develop, modify, and optimize database queries, stored procedures, and reports to support claims processing.<br>• Monitor and improve system performance, availability, and security within the claims database environment.<br>• Collaborate with claims processing teams to understand workflows, data requirements, and reporting needs.<br>• Document database structures, dependencies, and support procedures for efficient system management.<br>• Work with IT leadership to explore modernization or migration strategies for legacy systems.<br>• Create and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate data tasks, file transfers, system monitoring, and reporting.<br>• Oversee secure data transmission processes with external stakeholders and troubleshoot issues in coordination with partners.<br>• Conduct regular performance monitoring of databases, scheduled jobs, and logs to ensure system integrity.
  • 2025-10-06T14:58:50Z

Database Administrator Job in Philadelphia | Robert Half