Location open to all major service locations in Montana and South Dakota will be considered (Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena, Missoula)

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Bachelor's Degree from four-year accredited college in associated discipline such as Computer Science, Business and Information Technology, or other relevant degree; an equivalent combination of education and related experience may also be considered
• Three years DBA experience
• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing responsibilities and priorities
• Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and/or Oracle databases for on-premise and cloud based deployments
• Demonstrated knowledge of database concepts, such as schema design, triggers, queries, transaction logs, stored procedures and performance tuning
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting and Integration Services development and support
• Ability to work with data architects and other IT specialists to setup, maintain and monitor data networks
• Knowledge of database structure languages such as SQL or SQL/PSM
• Experience with database installation, patches and upgrades
• Experience with database maintenance, database backup and recovery
• Familiarity with database management best practices
• Knowledge of IT security best practices Strong sense of responsibility and ownership; driving a project from inception to completion
• Affinity for solving problems and diving deep into the details
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong written/oral communication and documentation skills
• Ability to do some travel, including day trips and overnight will be required, depending on work location and experience
• Ability to work extended hours as necessary
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation schedule
• Ability to pass a drug test and a background check
• Experience managing high availability Oracle environments like Data Guard or Real Application Clusters a plus
• Experience with UNIX or Linux a plus
• Experience with CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) a plus
• Understanding of a virtual architecture, including virtual delivery of applications and desktops is preferred

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Perform database migrations and deployments
• Manage deployment pipeline for schema deployments across landscapes
• Monitor, maintain and configure database servers for high-availability redundant and non-high-availability systems
• Configure servers and database to support applications
• Develop and implement databases processes for optimizing security and performance
• Ensure updates to all hardware and software as required
• Monitor the performance of hardware and software
• Preserve data integrity
• Effectively and efficiently organize, plan, execute and coordinate multiple work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates
• Maintain and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information
• Adhere to company safety and security standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Full-time position.

$62,900 - $121,800 annually, depending on experience. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Programs; Life Insurance; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.

Closes June 20, 2024.