United Natural Foods, Inc

Database Engineer II - Remote

United Natural Foods, Inc$90K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Providence, RI
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent IT experience.
  • 5-6 years of experience in specific technical DBMS.
  • 5-6 years in large scale database environments (5000+ employees).
  • Proficiency in SQL and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Korn).
  • Experience with cloud hosting solutions from major vendors (AWS, Microsoft, etc.).

Responsibilities

  • Gather business requirements through collaboration with IT and business teams.
  • Administer transactional databases to ensure availability and performance.
  • Implement upgrades, patches, and recovery solutions as needed.
  • Communicate technical solutions to team members and management.
  • Evaluate and execute work orders related to database tasks.
  • Participate in optimizing enterprise infrastructure solutions.
  • Apply technical expertise to solve complex database issues.

Benefits

  • Competitive 401k plan.
  • Flexible PTO policy.
  • Health benefits kick in after the first month of employment.
  • Access to a mentorship program and developmental opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Overview:

The Database Engineer II is a key member responsible for the company's database environment. This role is responsible for the engineering and delivery of effective, scalable, and secure database solutions. This role is responsible for ensuring problems are quickly resolved and long-term solutions are developed to prevent recurrence. This DBA works under the guidance of more senior team members and provides support to other infrastructure and application development/support teams.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Gather business requirements through collaboration with other IT and business teams
  • Perform activities related to the day-to-day administration of transactional databases to ensure availability
  • Decide appropriate solutions through applying technical knowledge, solutions may range from upgrades, patches, backup and recovery, monitoring or configuration
  • Communicate determined solutions to team members and direct management
  • Evaluate and execute requests and work orders
  • Participates in the implementation and optimization of enterprise infrastructure solutions, ensuring alignment with the existing technologies.
  • Applies technical expertise in decision making and in the resolution of problems which are complex and technical in nature
  • Preventative maintenance measures are applied to ensure incidents don't occur in the environment.
  • Collaborate with teams to promote automation and develop consistent technical build, implementation and support processes.
  • Utilize standard enterprise tools to develop or implement infrastructure hardware, software or other technical components.
  • Observe and comply with company change and incident management procedures.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline or a combination of relevant IT experience and education

Experience:
  • 5-6 years' experience in assigned, specific technical DBMS
  • 5-6 years' experience working in large scale database environments (5000 employees or large-scale service provider minimum)
  • Experience with writing SQL and scripting (e.g., Powershell, Ignio, Korn, etc.).
  • Prior application programming experience is preferred.
  • Experience with server virtualization tools from such vendors as VMWare, Microsoft, Red Hat, Oracle, Amazon, Google.
  • Experience with Cloud hosting from such vendors as Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Oracle, and IBM.
  • Experience using tools for monitoring, capacity planning, analysis and performance tuning.
  • Experience implementing database solutions in a large-scale environment.
  • Must have solid experience backing up and recovering databases.
  • Experience in designing and implementing scalable solutions is preferred.
  • Lead experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:
  • Knowledge of assigned specific technical domain
  • Ability to work independently and break down assigned work into workable tasks
  • Communication skills written and verbal
  • Ability to collaborate across teams to achieve results
  • Ability to create well written technical documentation.
  • Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Work Environment:

Remote Role:

This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.

Travel (minor):
  • This position may require the associate to travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings or other business reasons.

Physical Environment/Demands:

Office Roles:
  • Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
  • Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
  • Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday.
  • Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties.

Benefits:

Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO, Health benefits - first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI's compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company's sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

About United Natural Foods, Inc

UNFI is the leading independent national distributor of natural, organic and specialty foods and related products including nutritional supplements, personal care items and organic produce, in the United States. In addition to excellent distribution services, we provide a range of innovative, value-added services for our customers and suppliers, to foster mutual success and growth. Our services include marketing and promotional tools, merchandising, category management and store support services.

United Natural Foods, Inc. Careers

Join the vibrant team at United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI), where we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in the food industry. As a leading distributor of natural and organic foods, we are committed to nurturing talent through diversity training, leadership development, and a culture that values each team member's contribution.

Work You’ll Do

At UNFI, we are passionate about transforming the food industry sustainably and healthily. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to making a positive impact on food access and quality. Our commitment to innovation and growth offers our employees unparalleled career advancement opportunities within a dynamic industry.

Explore Career Paths

Whether you're looking for an entry-level position or a senior management role, UNFI offers a range of career paths in areas such as logistics, sales, marketing, and corporate support. Our internship programs provide a robust foundation for students and recent graduates eager to gain hands-on experience and develop essential industry skills.

Innovative Work Environment

Our leadership is deeply invested in fostering an environment where creativity and strategic thinking are at the forefront of operational success. With cutting-edge technology and a focus on sustainable practices, working at UNFI means being part of a team that’s leading change.

Be Part of a Great Team

At UNFI, we believe that our strength lies in our diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. Our team is made up of passionate, curious, and solution-driven players who bring a wealth of perspectives and expertise to our company.

Future-Proof Your Career

With UNFI, the trajectory of your career is bound only by your ambition. We support our team members with extensive training, development programs, and certification support to ensure you are equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Embrace the opportunity to grow with a company that is as committed to your career as it is to leading the industry.

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Learn more about United Natural Foods, Inc
Size
28,300 employees
Market Cap
$2.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$198.4 million
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+25.5%
Revenue
$27.9 billion
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