BCBS of TN

Database Specialist

USA, TN, Chattanooga, Remote Full time

BCBST is hiring a Database Specialist to support our Commercial Operations division!

In this role, you will provide programming services to help measure, analyze, and report on underwriting performance efficiency and capabilities needed to achieve organizational financial objectives. 

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with data, communicates clearly, and takes pride in producing reliable, well‑structured reports. A collaborative mindset, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn new tools and processes will help the right candidate thrive in this role.

Our ideal candidate will bring: 

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel experience, with experience using advanced formulas, pivot tables and data validation
  • SQL Server experience, including writing accurate and efficient queries, performing data extraction and validation, and work with Transact-SQL (T-SQL) to support reporting needs
  • Familiarity with Visual Studio and basic C# concepts. 

Note:

  • This is a fully remote role; however, onsite interviews at our Chattanooga, TN headquarters are required.
  • This fully remote position follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Job Responsibilities

  • Analyzing underwriting operations; creating, integrating, and modifying programs to meet financial and operational objectives.
  • Assisting in validating, testing and documenting the underwriting/quoting solution delivered.
  • Works with business users to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
  • May conduct presentations to provide end users with knowledge to maximize their use of developed systems.

Job Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelors Degree in Business, Computer Science or equivalent work experience required. Equivalent years of experience are determined as one year of technical experience for every year of college requested.

Experience

  • 2 years - Experience in programming required
  • 1 year - Experience with information technology concepts, application development methodology, terminology, and standards required

Skills\Certifications

  • Experience developing with MS Office Suite (VBA), Visual Studio (VB.net, C#, WPF, MVVM, SQL, T-SQL, XML)
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or function in a team environment sharing responsibility, roles and accountability.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
  • Must be a team player, be organized and have the ability to handle multiple projects
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated understanding of concepts similar to rating formulas, tools, databases, or reports associated with the Insurance/Finance environment

Number of Openings Available

1

Worker Type:

Employee

Company:

BCBST BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc.

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