SQL Database Associate

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We strive to achieve, we put the team first, we seek to learn, we exhibit high character, and we are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. 

SUMMARY: The MS SQL Server Database Associate position is a full-time position from May to April for recent graduates of a bachelor’s degree in an area related to the management information systems, computer science, information systems, or related bootcamps. Associate Database Engineers will assist in the implementation and maintenance of database technologies and their related servers, including backups, monitoring, performance and tuning, production deployments and capacity planning.

This is a temporary full-time position that will begin on June 2nd, 2025 and conclude on May 22, 2026, unless otherwise determined.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:   

• Install, configure, maintain, and support Microsoft SQL Server databases.
• Perform database maintenance tasks, such as backups, recoveries, disk space monitoring and index/performance tuning.
• Monitor and maintain daily SQL jobs to ensure successful daily execution.
• Assist with daily data integration and data cleansing processes.
• Help identify areas where improvements to existing architecture or processes could be beneficial and assist with the development and implementation of those improvements.
• Assist in software development projects as experience and knowledge permits.
• Assist with troubleshooting issues with SQL Jobs, Integrations, Query Performance and SQL Errors within code for internally developed applications.
• Test stored procedures and applications as needed.
• Other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  

• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server and its management tools.
• Demonstrate proficiency in writing SQL queries, with basic understanding of SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE and different types of JOIN operations
• Basic knowledge of database management principles.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot common database issues.
• Experience with digital preservation.
• Basic scripting skills with knowledge of scheduled tasks and scripting for routine maintenance.
• Strong research skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and ask questions.
• Ability to maintain focus while working on several projects at once.
• Strong verbal, written, organizational, time management and interpersonal communication skills.
• Consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and extended hours as needed.

CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENTS:  This position will require the individual to have access to confidential records and information.  To successfully perform this position, confidentiality of the information with which the individual has contact must be maintained.

• Maintain confidentiality as well as follow corporate policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The Minnesota Vikings are committed to creating and sustaining a culture for you. Whoever you are, we are an organization that embraces and empowers people of all backgrounds and experiences and incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion into the foundation of everything we do. We are proud to have a culture that empowers our people to harness their uniqueness to develop their full potential as a contributor to the success of the organization and the communities we serve. The Minnesota Vikings are an equal opportunity employer, and we continue to commit to creating equitable opportunities by ensuring that our place can be anyone’s place.