Senior Database Administrator

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In 2022, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Primerica one of the best places to work for the ninth consecutive year. Also in 2022, Primerica was named one of the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes for the second consecutive year. Forbes also named Primerica as one of America’s best Insurance companies for 2022. Primerica ranks 6th among 25 companies included in the Term Life Insurance category. Over the past seven years Primerica has consistently been voted Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine in its special "Best of Gwinnett" winner editions. Primerica is a great place to work!

About this Position

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Essential Functions

• Support application development staff using programming languages like COBOL, Java and node.js to effectively access databases like Microsoft SQL Server, DB2 for z/OS, DB2 LUW, MySQL, MongoDB and PostgreSQL.  
• Perform data analysis and table design.
• Perform application performance analysis.
• Construct indexes, optimize bufferpools, evaluate installation options, and build stored procedures.
• Review table descriptions and related documentation.  
• Provide direction and training in the use of SQL and database monitoring tools.
• Advise programmers regarding proper locking/commit/rollback alternatives and reorg/imagecopy frequencies.
• Work with Window, z/OS, and Linux administrators in installing, maintaining, and configuring database management systems.  
• Monitor storage pools and file system utilization to insure adequate growth capacity.  Insure the successful operation of database replication, reorg, and backup/recovery utilities.
• Support Data Center operations staff to insure that minimal conflicts occur between concurrent batch job processing and web or mobile app transaction processing.
•  Support home office business staff in accessing production database data using a variety of analytic tools.  Support BI and analytic query and modeling tools.  Advise end-user regarding data sources and query performance optimization.
• Work with security and audit staff to implement appropriate authorization, logging, and control mechanisms.
• Support QA and testing staff regarding the construction and maintenance of appropriate test data.
• Work with Enterprise System Architects and Data Architects in supporting a responsive DevOPS environment, and in evaluating improved analytic tools.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors’ Degree in Computer Science or equivalent formal training 
• Minimum of 8 years IT work experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience each with MS SQL Server
• Preferred at least 5 years’ experience with DB2 for z/OS, QMF, JCL, ISPF and z/OS.
• Preferred at least 3 years’ experience some of the following:  Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB, and  PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with JDBC and ODBC
• Exceptional ability to quickly master new concepts and technologies
• Goal-oriented, highly motivated and a good team player
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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FLSA status:
This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay):

Our Benefits:

• Day one health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match

• Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off

• Life and disability insurance

• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account

• Professional development

• Tuition reimbursement

• Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.