Database Administrator (Azure)

About Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc: 

Established in 2017 Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc., a certified B-Corporation, set out on a mission to create health equity for American Indians and Alaskan Natives. As part of a global movement of certified B-Corporations, we aim to balance purpose and profit by meeting the highest social, environmental, legal, and public standards to build a more sustainable and inclusive economy. 

Indigenous Pact’s dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable team brings decades of experience working in Indian Country. We help strengthen and improve the sustainability of Tribes and Tribal Organizations' health, wellness, and long-term care programs and services. Indigenous Pact specializes in developing customized and turn-key solutions to generate sustainable revenue, increase healthcare access, and improve health outcomes for all Native Americans.  

Job Description  

• Job Title: Database Administrator (Azure)
• Base Salary: $110,000 based on skillset, experience and location  
• Location: USA 
• Work model: Remote, USA
• Travel Requirements: up to 10% 
• Reports to: Vice President of Product Design 

Job Summary:  

As a Database Administrator, you will support the design, migration, and management of cloud-based database solutions to support Indigenous Pact’s growing data infrastructure. This role is essential in transitioning from a third-party Azure-hosted database environment to an internally managed Azure ecosystem. You will be responsible for the performance, integrity, security, and availability of critical data systems while collaborating closely with developers, analysts, and IT leadership. 

This individual will ensure the organization’s data environments are stable, optimized, and aligned with industry best practices in security and compliance, particularly within the context of healthcare and Tribal community data systems. 

Essential Job Functions: 

• Lead and execute the migration of database systems from a third-party Azure-hosted solution to an internally managed Azure SQL environment 
• Design, implement and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performing database systems within the Azure cloud platform 
• Monitor database performance, conduct tuning and optimization and address bottlenecks proactively 
• Develop and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity 
• Implement and maintain database security protocols, user access controls, and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPPA) 
• Collaborate with software development teams to support application data needs and ensure database efficiency 
• Create and maintain documentation for database systems, configurations, and procedures 
• Participate in database capacity planning and forecasting for long-term scalability 
• Support data warehousing, ETL pipelines, and analytics tools such as Azure Databricks to ensure timely data processing 
• Leverage automation tools such as PowerShell and Python for routine database management tasks and monitoring  

The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or as deemed necessary by the supervisor. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Azure database services, including Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance 
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server Administration, performance tuning, indexing strategies and T-SQL scripting 
• Familiarity with database security best practices and compliance standards, healthcare preferred (E.g., HIPAA) 
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex database issues quickly and effectively 
• Scripting experience using tools such as PowerShell or Python for automation  
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional technical and non-technical teams 
• Preferred: Azure certifications (E.g., Azure Database Administrator Associate) 

Education and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field required; equivalent work experience considered 
• 5-7 years of professional experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on Azure-hosted environments 
• Experience supporting large-scale database systems and critical infrastructure 
• Hands-on experience with data warehousing concepts and ETL pipeline design and troubleshooting 
• Experience developing and implementing database backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes 

Physical and sensory demands:  

• This position will require extended periods of sitting, typing, and working on a computer screen. 
• Close vision is required for computer work. 

Working environment:  

• This is a remote position, with expected working hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm. Adjustment of working hours may be required to accommodate time zones.  
• Local and national travel required - up to 10%   

Why Choose Indigenous Pact? 

Building a strong culture and exhibiting our core values is important to us. When you join Indigenous Pact, you are joining a team that values: 

• Empathy is at the heart of everything we do—we listen, we understand, and we put ourselves in the shoes of others, whether it is our teammates, our clients, or the communities we serve. 
• Wisdom is about learning from experience, being thoughtful in our work and making decisions that are grounded in knowledge and insight. It is about taking the time to get things right. 
• Bravery is having the courage to take bold risks, challenging the status quo, and knowing that growth happens when we push our limits. 
• Transformation drives us to continuously grow—both as a company and as people. It is about not being afraid to change and to keep pushing forward in the pursuit of excellence. 

Visit our Careers page (https://www.indigenouspact.com/careers) where we encourage you to learn more about the characteristics that are important to us (and we hope you bring them as well) such as Healthcare-focused, growth mindset, self-motivated, collaborative, resilient and adaptable.  

Beyond the job opportunity and incredible culture, we also offer: 

• A competitive total rewards package, including 401(k), Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 
• Open, transparent lines of communication with leadership 
• Committed to giving back to improve our communities and environmental impact 
• A development-focused environment where you have autonomy to drive your career path 

Indigenous Pact is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free work environment for all employees and candidates. Preference will be given to qualified native applicants; however, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Must be able to provide Indian Preference documentation if claimed. If accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact any member of our HR team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.