Database Systems Engineer

Database Systems Engineer at Alturas Analytics, Inc. in Moscow, Idaho, United States Job Description We're hiring a skilled and detail-oriented Database Systems Engineer to join our Information Technology (IT) team. In this role, you'll support and optimize Alturas Analytics' laboratory and business systems by managing database infrastructure, developing custom applications and queries, and ensuring data performance, security, and reliability. You'll play an important role in maintaining efficient, high-performing systems that enable our team to focus on delivering high-quality scientific work.

Starting salary:

$95,000+, DOE This position is on-site only in Moscow, Idaho. About Us Alturas Analytics, Inc. is a contract research organization, bioanalytical laboratory providing personalized MS/MS bioanalytical services to the pharma and biotech industries worldwide. We are a growing, privately owned company working with our collaborators to aid in the treatment and cure of disease. Joining the Alturas team means becoming a part of a supportive and passionate community. Our staff consists of talented, dedicated individuals who are committed to delivering the highest quality of service to our clients. Our goal is simple - to ensure that Alturas employees thrive so that we can do the best possible work in our field, ensuring greater care for our world. Benefits We pay 100% of your premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance and a portion of the premium for dependent coverage PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays Bonus program based on company-wide goals Health Savings Account (HSA) (with company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options - including Dependent Care Life insurance and short- and long-term disability at no cost to you Safe Harbor 401k with an automatic 3% employer contribution Employee Assistance Programs focused on mental health Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness and Accident insurance Perks Work-life balance Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development and promotion Relaxed yet professional environment Wellness program including bike/walk to work incentive Charitable donation matching and paid time off for volunteering Monthly catered lunches, holiday celebrations, unlimited (good) coffee, beverages, snacks and more!

Position Summary:

The Database Systems Engineer supports the IT Department and reports to the Chief Information Officer. This role combines the responsibilities in both DBA (Database Administrator) and DB Dev (Database Developer) to support the company's laboratory and business systems. This position is responsible for the planning, implementing, configuring, testing, maintaining, performance tuning, backup/recovery and troubleshooting for database systems, as well as developing in-house database applications and writing custom queries.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

Plans and maintains database server infrastructure, including hardware, operating systems and database software. Installs, configures and upgrades databases systems including but not limited to Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle Database. Performs data migrations and ensures compatibility with existing systems and applications. Performs database performance monitoring and tuning to optimize application performance. Patches database backend periodically. Creates, tests and implements database backup, restoration, and disaster recovery plans. Works with internal end users to understand user requirements and to develop custom applications, reports and queries for data export/import. Designs, tests and deploys databases to ensure database normalization, performance optimization and regulatory compliance. Codes and tests the application and custom queries with excellent understanding of good programming practices. Releases applications and queries for production per Alturas software lifecycle management processes. Maintains database security, access controls, and data integrity. Provides technical leadership and may supervise, train and mentor database or IT staff as assigned.

Additional Duties and Tasks:

Collaborates with validation personnel for application testing and validation activities. Works with application, database and software vendors to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues. Performs other duties as needed or assigned.

Job Posting:

2534650

Posted On:

Apr 29, 2026

Updated On:

Apr 29, 2026