Database Technician

Niowave • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

The Database Technician is responsible for assisting the Senior Database Engineer with day-to-day tasks, data validation, and routine system support to ensure that data used across the organization is accurate, organized, and ready for reporting.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in computer science or data science, information systems, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills for measuring, and optimizing database performance and data integrity
• Embraces and models the Niowave Core Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal
• Understands your own communication and learning styles, can assess others’ styles, and is able to find the right path to best connect with colleagues
• Displays excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Exceptional aptitude with technology platforms
• 2+ years of experience with SQL and basic understanding of relational databases
• 2+ years of experience using Python for automation or data preparation tasks
• Demonstrated experience with Excel, CSV formatting, and data cleanup
• Familiarity with Power BI or other reporting tools
• Please provide a cover letter specifically describing the nature of your background and experience as it relates to this position.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or data science, information systems or a related field
• 3+ years of experience with SQL and strong understanding of relational databases
• 3+ years of experience using Python for automation, data preparation, and validation tasks
• 3+ years of experience in data modeling, analytics, or database fundamentals
• Hands on experience utilizing Power BI or other reporting tools for delivering actionable insights from complex database systems
• Strong proficiency and experience with Excel, CSV formatting and data cleanup
• Experience with SharePoint databases, MasterControl, or similar systems

Responsibilities

• Running basic SQL queries and assist with data validation
• Updating and maintaining data tables under guidance
• Supporting Power BI dataset refresh checks and preparing data used in dashboards
• Utilizing Python for simple automation or data-preparation scripts
• Pulling and organizing data from SharePoint, MasterControl, and other systems.
• Preparing and cleaning Excel/CSV datasets
• Maintaining documentation, data dictionaries, and change logs
• Supporting light ETL workflows by running predefined processes
• Communicating with cross-functional stakeholders and clarifying routine data needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree