Database Administrator (Hybrid)

Barr • Minneapolis, MN

16h • $80,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a database administrator to join our Minneapolis, Minnesota, team. In this hybrid role, you will support the Information Systems group, playing a key part in managing the performance, integrity, and security of our internal database systems while supporting modernization and AI-readiness initiatives. You’ll oversee SQL Server environments, implement and maintain role-based access controls, and establish monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and resolve database issues. You’ll also perform routine maintenance, optimization, and backup tasks and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help ensure secure, scalable, and reliable data access across systems. A successful person in this role has strong problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail in maintaining data integrity and system reliability. They are deadline driven and enjoy using their technical expertise to work collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team. They are also excited to help bridge legacy systems with the evolving demands of data governance, modernization, and scalable data infrastructure. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office.

Requirements

• Education: bachelor’s degree in computer science, data engineering, information systems, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Three or more years of relevant experience.
• Managing Microsoft SQL Server in a production environment.
• Proficiency in T-SQL, query optimization, and database performance tuning.
• Knowledge of cloud-based database services, particularly within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem (e.g., Azure SQL Database, Azure Monitor).
• SQL Server backup, recovery, and high availability strategies, particularly SQL Server replication.
• Configuring and maintaining role-based access control (RBAC) in SQL Server.
• Software/Programs: SQL Server, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Microsoft Azure ecosystem (e.g., Azure SQL Database, Azure Monitor).
• Communication: strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of different people.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Redis, or DynamoDB for managing unstructured or semi-structured data.
• Familiarity with vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Weaviate, Qdrant, Milvus) or the concept of embedding storage for AI/ML applications.
• Understanding of data architecture patterns used in AI/ML pipelines, including support for retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), chat history storage, or metadata management.
• Exposure to cloud-native database services in Azure.
• Ability to work with JSON-based or schema-less data models and flexible indexing strategies.
• Familiarity with graph databases like Neo4j or Amazon Neptune and their use in knowledge graphs or relationship modeling.

Responsibilities

• Database administration and maintenance: administer and maintain SQL Server environment. Perform patching, upgrades, performance tuning, and routine maintenance tasks such as indexing and backups.
• Security and compliance: design and implement role-based access control (RBAC) to enforce database security. Support data governance and change management practices in alignment with emerging standards and practices.
• Modernization and cloud migration: support initiatives to transition from legacy systems to modern, cloud-based platforms and improve database structures and workflows.
• Strategic planning: focus on adopting emerging technologies like NoSQL, vector databases, and Azure-native services. Support AI/ML initiatives through data readiness and contribute to high-availability and disaster-recovery strategies.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level