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# Database Administrator

- **Company:** Phoenixretail, Llc
- **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Engineering, System Configuration, Data Validation, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Recovery, Data Security, Database Design, Database Servers, Database Security, Database Storage Structures, Oracle Data Guard, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Mobile Application Software, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Unix Shell, Log Shipping, Microsoft Software, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, MongoDB, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Systems Development Life Cycle, Query Optimization, Sqlprofiler, Requirements Management, Service Pack, Shell Script, Software Engineering, PL-SQL, SQL Databases, Teradata SQL, Transact-SQL, Virtualization Technology, Backup and Restore, Alwayson, Scripting, Google Cloud, System Availability, Database Optimization, Software Troubleshooting, Database Performance, Information Technology, Database Replication, Database Backup, Server Operating Systems & Platforms
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/database-administrator-columbus-oh--cb7dbfb9-f3aa-4548-91b5-e7c77184f443

## About the Role

* Education: Bachelors Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, related degree or equivalent work experience
 * Years of Experience: 3 - 5 experience installing, configuring, administering, tuning, and troubleshooting database products and features for various application suites
 * Experience, as a Database Administrator, with recent/current versions of MS-SQL and Oracle database technologies running in virtualized server environments including Windows and Linux
 * Experience with database backups, recovery and cloning
 * Experience with performance troubleshooting, including hardware resource contention issues
 * Experience with RAC, AlwaysOn Availability Groups and/or other high availability technologies
 * Experience with application query tuning, including execution plan interpretation and SQL Profiler and/or Extended Events
 * Experience with database server software and patch installations
 * Experience with configuration and support of SQL Replication, Log Shipping, or other data movement technologies
 * Experience with Oracle Data Guard configuration and administration
 * Experience in T-SQL and PowerShell programming
 * Experience in PL-SQL and Linux Shell scripting
 * Experience in Linux Server administration and performance review related to Oracle database needs
 * Experience automating processes utilizing scripting tools (bash, perl, python, etc.)
 * Able to perform root cause analysis and recommend appropriate remedial actions
 * Demonstrably solid written and verbal communication skills to drive projects to successful conclusion
 * Self-motivated with excellent time management and organization skills
 * Able to acquire new skills autonomously
 * Demonstrated ability to document IT processes and provide knowledge transfer to team members
 * Must be willing and able to work beyond than normal work hours to resolve critical system problems and/or perform production system maintenance during emergency situations
 * Proven skills as a team member

CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES ---------------------------

 * Experience with administration of Teradata or Mongo DB solutions
 * Experience with cloud infrastructure (GCP, AWS, Azure)
 * Previous retail industry experience, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Bash Scripting, Cloning, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Quality, Data Recovery, Database Administration, Database Backup, Database Design, Database Management Software/Systems (DBMS), Database Optimization, Database Recovery, Database Replication, Database Technology, Documentation, Enterprise Architecture, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Global Branding, Hardware Installation, High Availability, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Knowledge Transfer, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Transact-SQL (T-SQL), Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Server, Mobile Applications, MongoDB, NCR Teradata, On Call, Oracle, Oracle DBA (Database Administrator), Oracle Database, Oracle PL-SQL, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Perl Programming Language, Philosophy,
Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance, Requirements Management, Retail, Root Cause Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Installation, Software Patches, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Unix Shell Programming, Virtualization, Windows PowerShell, Writing Skills

## Description

This position is responsible for designing, implementing, administering and maintaining database technology solutions and the solutions that rely upon them. The Database Administrator must have experience working with application partners to define and satisfy requirements for solutions leveraging database technology. This position will be responsible for creating and maintaining related documentation to enable sustainable support. The person that accepts this position must have the ability to provide after hours (on-call) support, and maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate planned and unplanned maintenance activities., * Administer Oracle and MS-SQL Databases (plan and perform database upgrades, apply database maintenance, design and maintain physical database layout, perform database reorganizations, design and implement backup and restore strategy, archiving strategy, maintain database security, administer database performance, manage database storage, database problem determination and resolution, etc.)

 * Implement and maintain the multiple databases that comprise the overall database technology environment (development, test, training and production)
 * Actively participate in complete full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes from design, flowcharting, development, testing, modifying and implementation
 * This includes ensuring proper integration with other systems
 * Refresh and test environments
 * Provide recommendations for enterprise architecture
 * Participate in peer reviews on specifications, design and code
 * Perform database data validation
 * Develop and test related routines
 * Provide technical input and assistance in optimal database configuration to maximize system performance and availability
 * Work closely with Quality Assurance and Operations to ensure smooth deployment of high-quality applications
 * Design and implement approaches to improve database performance, capacity, and scalability
 * Work with project teams to plan integration and implementation strategies
 * Provide 24x7 on-call technical support
 * Participate in business requirement gathering meetings to understand all aspects of the business (functionality, processes, technologies)
 * Determine feasibility of requests
 * Identify best approaches to provide technology solutions to meet business needs
 * Provide detailed estimates (time, cost, resources)
 * Define technical specifications


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