Senior Database Administrator

About Us

CoverMyMedsis a leading healthcare technology company committed to helping patients get the medications they need to live healthier lives. As part of McKesson Corporation, we deliver innovative solutions that streamline prior authorization and integrate with electronic health records and pharmacy systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, we are driven by collaboration, impact, and continuous improvement.

Role Overview

We’re seeking a Senior Database Administrator with deep expertise in Oracle and PostgreSQL , particularly in Azure cloud environments , to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to shape and modernize our database infrastructure while supporting mission-critical applications.

What You’ll Do

Administer and optimize Oracle and PostgreSQL databases across on-prem and cloud (Azure) environments.

Manage and maintain Azure PostgreSQL environments.

Implement schema changes, backup / recovery strategies, and security protocols.

Perform performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.

Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Document configurations, changes, and procedures.

Evaluate and integrate new database tools and technologies.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support applications such as Core Hub , Hub Connect , and Copay .

What You’ll Bring

Minimum Qualifications :

Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience

Education and Certifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

Oracle DBA (OCP) certification. preferred

CriticalSKills

7+ years of experience in database administration.

5+ years managing large-scale Oracle and PostgreSQL environments (cloud and on-prem).

Strong proficiency in Linux / Unix system administration and shell scripting.

Proven experience with Azure PostgreSQL .

Preferred Skills :

Experience with Kubernetes , Ansible , Terraform , Docker .

Scripting in Python or Bash .

Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform .

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$109,900 - $183,100