Senior IT Solution Analyst – Database Administration

Job overview

The Senior IT Solution Analyst – Database Administration role is listed as onsite in Minneapolis, MN, with compensation of $84,900–$120,566.66 per year. The position supports database environments for Energy Services, including Distribution, Transmission, and Nuclear business areas at Xcel Energy. The role partners with application support teams and business customers to deliver, operate, and improve IT solutions. It administers SQL Server and Oracle databases, contributes to solution roadmaps and releases, manages requirements and deployment activities, and assesses system health and operational risks to keep technology aligned with changing business needs.

What you'll do

• Administer SQL Server and Oracle databases, including backup and recovery, performance tuning, and business continuity
• contribute to roadmap delivery and lead or support requirements management, QA, and deployment
• identify capability gaps and operational risks
• collaborate with business and vendor partners on solution options
• assess application operations and recommend lifecycle actions
• maintain application documentation and support continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

it solution analyst

database administration

sql server

oracle

backup and recovery

performance tuning

business continuity

minneapolis mn

xcel energy

$84,900–$120,566.66/year

application lifecycle management

energy services

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Annual incentive program, medical/pharmacy, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, pension, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.

Why this role

Database administration supporting Energy Services, including Distribution, Transmission, and Nuclear business areas; preferred experience includes EMS/SCADA, ADMS/SCADA, and nuclear systems.

About the employer

Xcel Energy is hiring for this role. Industry: Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities. Sector: 92.