Database Administrator

PANTHERx is the nation’s largest rare disease pharmacy, prioritizing the patient experience in all aspects of our work. We seek team members who are inspired, compassionate problem solvers producing high-quality work, thriving in the dynamic environment of modern medicine, and committed to superior health outcomes for people living with rare diseases. Our employees drive our mission, and we cultivate talent to encourage growth and career exploration. Join us to define your future in healthcare.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid)
Classification: Exempt
Status: Full-time
Reports to: Director, IT Infrastructure

About the role

The Database Administrator (DBA) is a hands-on role focused on maintaining, optimizing, and securing our SQL Server environments. The DBA brings deep technical expertise, strong operational discipline, and a collaborative mindset to support critical database operations and partner with both Analytics and Application teams.

Responsibilities

• Administers and maintains SQL Server databases in on-prem and Azure environments.
• Implements and monitors Always On Availability Groups for high availability and disaster recovery.
• Performs database backups, restores, and recovery procedures.
• Optimizes database performance through indexing, query tuning, and capacity planning.
• Supports application and analytics teams with database deployments, schema changes, and data integrity assurance.
• Implements and adheres to change management processes for database operations.
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA and data governance standards.
• Documents procedures, configurations, and maintains operational runbooks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a SQL Server DBA in on-prem and/or Azure environments.
• Strong understanding of database performance tuning and optimization.
• Proven experience with backup strategies, high availability, and disaster recovery.
• Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., Redgate, SQL Profiler, SolarWinds DPA).
• Solid understanding of security principles and access management best practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.

Work Environment

This position operates in a home or professional office environment. Routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines is required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, or hear. The employee frequently sits, stands, walks, uses hands and fingers to handle or feel, and reaches with hands and arms. Visual acuity is necessary for tasks such as reading, observing surroundings, or working with data for extended periods. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits

• Hybrid, remote, and flexible on-site work schedules, based on the position.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off for all full-time employees.
• Paid holidays.