The Senior Database Engineer is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, modifying, and developing applications for production Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and supporting applications.
Client/server application development, customization, and end-user support for all MRP/ERP, document management, and other miscellaneous database systems
Interfacing with appropriate personnel to determine and maintain database, server, and application backup and disaster recovery schemes and procedures
Maintenance of database and MRP/ERP software licensing and administration of program distribution, including the following items: software revision synchronization software licensing maintenance, renewal, and purchasing, and research for software upgrades, automation, and alternative/additional software solutions
Authoring of process/procedural documentation, which may include the following: application-specific tutorials, training documentation, step-by-step procedural outlines, FAQs, how-to's, and best practices outlines
Interfacing with appropriate governing groups to ascertain database application and customization needs
Assists in the specification and maintenance of records for user access regarding access level and available data for each relevant database
Reviews computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations to determine if the requested program or program change is possible within the existing system
Confers with personnel of organizational units to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be summarized, and formats for reports
Plans and prepares technical reports, memoranda, and instructional manuals as documentation of process development; assists in preparing training materials for end-user training classes
Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps required to develop or modify computer programs
Assists in studies of existing systems to evaluate effectiveness; develop proposals for new systems or modifications needed to existing systems to improve production or workflow as required
Prepares workflow charts and diagrams to detail the operations to be performed by equipment, computer programs, and personnel in the system
Prepares training materials and leads end-user training classes for MRP/ERP system and supporting applications
Accountable for the control and distribution of documents and equipment subject to export control restrictions and the security of FSI materials, projects, and business information regarding the methods and techniques used in the production and usage of FSI products
Accountable and responsible for the accuracy and completeness of assigned work and results
Prioritize and manage workload and communicate issues clearly
Complete other tasks as required
Travel when required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent industry experience
5+ years of experience administrating and customizing SQL Server databases with their associated toolsets in a production or support environment
In-depth experience developing client/server applications and GUIs utilizing programming languages and tools in a Windows environment
Strong working knowledge of Windows OS, Microsoft Office, and other Windows-based programs
Required specific application experience customizing, administrating, and supporting SQL Server and Syteline or Symix
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
Knowledge of UNIX is a plus
Uses experience and sound judgment to plan and accomplish goals
A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected