Database Administrator-SQL

About the Role

Works closely with Sr and/or Lead Database Administrator and provides technical expertise in the planning, design, implementation, and operation of database platforms that support H&R Block business applications across cloud and on-premises environments. Delivers secure, reliable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions while enabling developer autonomy through standardized patterns, self-service capabilities, automation, documentation, and technical guidance. Applies appropriate security, compliance, reliability, and operational guardrails to reduce risk and support successful business outcomes. Monitors, optimizes, and maintains database services and continually evaluates emerging technologies and opportunities for improvement.  

• Strong understanding of Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL solutions across cloud and on-premises environments. 

• Experience with Azure Cloud, Azure Devops, CI/CD and infrastructure as code. 

• Apply AI in day-to-day activities including agentic development and responsible use of AI across development, testing, documentation and operations. 

• Promote developer autonomy and application-team ownership by establishing guardrails for security, compliance, availability, performance, resiliency, data protection, and cost management. 

• Automates provisioning, configuration, maintenance, validation, monitoring, and remediation to improve consistency, delivery speed, and operational efficiency. 

• Monitors database health, capacity, performance, availability, storage, security, patching, and compliance; takes proactive action to reduce risk and service disruption. 

• Collaborates across database, platform, cybersecurity, governance, and application teams to resolve incidents, eliminate recurring issues, and improve business and developer outcomes. 

• Evaluates emerging database, cloud, automation, and artificial intelligence technologies; participates in peer reviews, on-call support, incident response, and root-cause analysis; and performs other duties with increasing independence. 

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent through a combination of education and related work experience.

Work Experience:

• 3 or more years of experience of DBMS administration with SQL Server, PostgreSQL including database implementation, tuning, troubleshooting and maintenance. 
• 3 or more years of experience in operating systems such as UNIX, Linux or Windows. 
• Shell scripting experience. 
• Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Teamwork skills. 

Preferred Qualifications

• PostgreSQL experience 

• PL/SQL development background 

Why work for us At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation. That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work. Pay Range Information The pay range for this position is listed below. Local minimum wage laws apply. This information is posted pursuant to local requirements to provide applicants with information about what they might be eligible to receive. Individual pay decisions will depend on job-related factors such as experience, education, skill, performance, and geographic location where work will be performed. Successful candidates may be able to participate in one or more incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans, which could generate additional earnings in accordance with the terms of each plan. Qualifying associates can enroll themselves and/or their eligible dependents in medical and prescription drug coverage; can participate in the H&R Block Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) Plan), the Employee Assistance Program, (virtual) fitness center programs, and the associate discount program; are automatically enrolled in Business Travel Accident Insurance; and receive Associate Tax Prep benefit. Pay Range $73,400.00 - $110,100.00/Yr. Sponsored Job #LI-SH1 #LI-Remote

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent; 3+ years DBMS administration with SQL Server and PostgreSQL; 3+ years UNIX, Linux, or Windows experience; shell scripting; effective communication and teamwork skills.

Key Responsibilities

• managing database platforms
• automating provisioning
• monitoring database health

Skills & Tools

Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL, Azure Cloud, Azure DevOps, PostgreSQL, PL/SQL, UNIX, Linux, Windows

Job Details

• Category: Information Technology
• Seniority: Mid Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — Missouri, United States
• Salary: USD 73,400 – 110,100 / year
• Languages: English

Benefits

• Retirement plan

About H&R Block

A tax preparation company providing help and inspiring confidence in clients and communities. — Industry: Finance

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