Sql developer of it application and engineering

SQL Developer, Bureau of IT Application and Platform Engineering

• DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE

Posted On: 02/19/2026

• Full-Time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

• Exam May Be Required

Department

IT App & Platform Engineering

Salary Range:

$95,233.00 – $109,518.00

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Job Description

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE OF THE CERTFIED IT ADMINISTRATOR DB AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON the CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.


Division/Program Summary:
The Division of Information Technology's mission and vision is to promote and protect the health of all New Yorkers through the use of innovative technology and health information that is useful and available.


We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented SQL Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in database design, development, and optimization.


Position Summary:
The Certified IT Administrator/(DB)SQL Developer will work closely with our data analysts, software developers, and IT teams to create efficient and scalable databases that meet business requirements.


Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain SQL databases to support applications and data analysis.
• Write complex SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and scripts to ensure data integrity and performance.
• Optimize database performance by tuning queries and designing indexing strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement database solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve database issues in a timely manner.
• Perform database migrations, upgrades, and backup/restoration processes.
• Analyze and improve existing database systems for scalability and performance.
• Ensure database security and data privacy compliance.

Why you should work for us:

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.


Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.


Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!






The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [email protected] or 347-396-6549.


CERT IT ADMINISTRATOR (DB) - 13644

Minimum Qualifications

Professional/Vendor Certification(s) in database administration that is required for the position to be filled. In addition, you must have one of the following:
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, and two years of satisfactory fulltime (not classroom based) experience in database administration. Experience must include database design, configuration, installation, troubleshooting, integration, performance monitoring, maintenance, enhancement, and security management;


2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of satisfactory full-time (not classroom based) information technology experience (IT) of which at least two years must have been database administration experience as described in "1" above; OR


3. A satisfactory equivalent of education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above. Undergraduate education may be substituted for experience on the basis that 30 undergraduate semester credits from
an accredited college or university is equivalent to 6 months of information technology experience, but may not be substituted for the required database administration experience. A masters degree in computer science or a related field from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of database administration experience. However, all candidates must have at least one year of satisfactory full-time (not classroom based) database administration experience as described in "1" above.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at

Residency Requirement

NYC Residency is not required for this title.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job ID

770709

Posted until

04/19/2026

Title code

13644

Civil service title

CERT IT ADMINISTRATOR (DB)

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

SQL Developer, Bureau Of IT Application And Platform Engineering

• Experience Level:

  Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job level

01

Number of positions

1

Work location

42-09 28th Street

• Category:

  Technology, Data & Innovation

SQL Developer, Bureau of IT Application and Platform Engineering