Staff Database Engineer

Job Description

The Staff Database Engineer will design, implement, and maintain robust database systems to support healthcare applications and data workflows. This role requires expertise in SQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle, ensuring compliance with healthcare data standards (HIPAA, HL7) and optimizing performance for mission-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage relational database systems (PostgreSQL, Oracle) for healthcare applications.
• Develop and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with application developers and integration teams for data exchange (HL7, FHIR).
• Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues proactively.
• Support ETL processes and data migration between systems.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10 + years of experience in database engineering with SQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle.
• Strong understanding of healthcare data standards (HIPAA, HL7, FHIR).
• Experience with performance tuning and query optimization.
• Knowledge of database security and encryption techniques.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud-based databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL).
• Familiarity with Mirth Connect or other healthcare integration engines.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Shell) for automation.
  
  

Competencies

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a regulated healthcare environment.
  
  

Qualifacts is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.