The Database Engineer for the Decision Analytics & Information Management department will be responsible for developing, maintaining, monitoring and extending the data warehouse and analytics architecture to meet the analysis and reporting needs of Memphis Shelby County Schools. The position will work closely with the decision analytics consultants and our integration management managed service provider integration platform-as-a-service (iPaaS) to transform disparate raw data from multiple platforms into an easily accessible data store through the application of a defined data standard. The position requires flexibility, an eagerness to take on new challenges and collaboration with cross-functional teams to advance the decision analytic capabilities of Shelby County Schools.
Essential Job FunctionsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Services, Computer Queering, Management Information Systems or similar field plus 5 years related experience, for a total education/experience of 9 years.
5+ years of Microsoft SQL Server database administration experience preferred
Experience managing a SaaS environment with a managed services vendor partnership a plus.
Experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools. 1 year of SQL Azure experience would be preferred
Degree Equivalency Formula:
Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.
Master’s Degree= 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s Degrees must be included.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a related field
- Five years of related professional experience
- Five or more years of Microsoft SQL Server database administration experience
- Experience managing a SaaS environment with a managed services vendor partnership
- Experience with database performance tuning and optimization using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools
- At least one year of SQL Azure experience
What We Do
Memphis-Shelby County Schools is a large public school district in Memphis, Tennessee, focused on preparing students for success in learning, leadership, and life. Its schools provide rigorous, engaging curricula aimed at college and career readiness, while the district emphasizes effective teachers and school leaders, parent and stakeholder involvement, and stronger community partnerships to support student achievement and educational outcomes.
