United States onlyNational General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Developer with expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL to design, develop, and optimize database solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding and experience of relational database modeling, sharding, indexing, performance tuning, and database administration tools to ensure efficient and scalable data management. Experience with SSIS and SSRS is also required.Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain complex database solutions using Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
- Optimize queries, indexes, and performance tuning strategies for high availability, concurrency, and scalability.
- Implement and maintain stored procedures, functions, views, and triggers.
- Utilize DBA tools such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), pgAdmin, pgBadger, SQL Diagnostic Manager (DM), Azure Data Studio, Redgate SQL Toolbelt, SolarWinds and other relevant tools for monitoring, analysis, and optimization.
- Develop and maintain complex SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) packages for ETL processes. Create and manage complex SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) reports for business intelligence and reporting needs.
- Collaborate with software developers, DevOps, Database and System administrators to ensure seamless database integration.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Provide best practices and documentation for database design and performance tuning.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in database development and administration.
- Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft SQL and PostgreSQL.
- Strong experience in data model analysis indexing, query optimization, and performance tuning.
- Hands-on experience with DBA tools such as SSMS, DM, Redgate, SolarWinds, pgAdmin and pgBadger .
- Proficiency in T-SQL and PL/pgSQL including migrating T-SQL to pgSQL.
- Experience with SSIS (ETL development) and SSRS (reporting solutions).
- Experience with database replication, clustering, and high availability strategies.
- Experience with ETL processes, data migration, and integration.
- Experience with database version control and CI/CD pipelines is required.
- Strong understanding of modern SDLC and Agile Scrum processes to integrate seamlessly into an established engineering team.
- Ability to deploy and configure production changes outside of regular business hours when pre-planned.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant certifications and a university degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
- Experience working in cloud environments like Azure or AWS.
- Familiarity with NoSQL databases is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work during business hours close to the PST time zone to align with the majority of the team.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based annual merit increases.
- Health and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
- Flexible work arrangements with 100% remote work in regular business hours and occasionally outside regular business hours for biweekly production deployments and occasional availability for off-cycle production deployments and support.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead and shape a database development team while staying hands-on.
- Work on mission-critical applications with cutting-edge technology.
- Collaborative and fast-paced environment with growth opportunities.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- This job does not have supervisory duties.
Education & Experience (in lieu)
• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Compensation
Base compensation offered for this role is $78,600.00 - $126,410.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
*** Total compensation for this role is comprised of several factors, including the base compensation outlined above, plus incentive pay (i.e., commission, bonus, etc.) as applicable for the role.
At National General, great things happen when our people work together. That’s why when you join our team, we make sure it isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.
Companies & Partners
Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.
Benefits
National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.
