Database Administrator
Job in
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, 33602, USA
Listed on 2026-04-21
Listing for:
Ashley Furniture
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-04-21
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Database Administrator, IT Consultant, Cloud Computing, Systems Administrator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Primary Responsibilities
Database Support & Administration
* Administer and support enterprise Microsoft SQL Server environment across development, test, and production instances
* Provide support for additional RDBMS platforms as assigned (Oracle, Postgre
SQL, MySQL, etc.)
* Ensure database availability, security, and integrity across all environments
* Manage database access controls, user permissions, and security compliance
* Perform regular database maintenance including backups, index maintenance, and statistics updates
* Execute database deployments and changes following established change management procedures
Incident & Request Management
* Respond to and resolve database-related incidents within established SLA time frames
* Triage and prioritize incoming work requests based on business impact
* Perform root cause analysis on recurring issues and implement preventive measures
* Document incident resolutions and maintain a knowledge base for common issues
* Collaborate with application teams, developers, and infrastructure teams to resolve complex issues
* Participate in on-call rotation to provide after-hours support as needed
Monitoring & Performance
* Monitor database systems using enterprise monitoring tools to ensure optimal performance and availability
* Analyze database performance metrics and identify trends or potential issues
* Perform basic query optimization and index tuning to improve application performance
* Review and optimize database configurations based on workload characteristics
* Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks related to blocking, deadlocks, or resource constraints
* Generate regular reports on database health, capacity, and performance metrics
Automation & Process Improvement
* Develop and maintain scripts to automate routine operational tasks using Power Shell, T-SQL, or Python
* Create automated solutions for database provisioning, backup verification, and maintenance tasks
* Implement automated alerting and self-healing processes where applicable
* Document automation workflows and maintain version control of scripts
* Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through automation and standardization
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance database operations
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
* 3+ years of hands-on experience administering Microsoft SQL Server in an enterprise environment
* Strong understanding of database backup and recovery strategies
* Experience with database monitoring tools and performance troubleshooting
* Proficiency in T-SQL for querying, scripting, and automation
* Familiarity with Power Shell or other scripting languages for automation
* Knowledge of database security best practices and compliance requirements
* Experience working in an ITIL-based environment with incident and change management processes
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
* Microsoft Certified:
Azure Database Administrator Associate or similar certification
* Experience with multiple RDBMS platforms (Oracle, Postgre
SQL, MySQL, etc.)
* Familiarity with cloud-based database services (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, etc.)
* Experience with database high availability and disaster recovery solutions (Always On, Failover Clustering, Log Shipping)
* Knowledge of Dev Ops practices and CI/CD pipeline integration
* Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates, etc.)
* Understanding of database virtualization and containerization
Apply today and find your home at Ashley!
Benefits We Offer
* Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
* Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
* Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
* Professional Development Opportunities
* Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
* Telehealth
* 401(k) and Profit Sharing
* Life Insurance
Our Core Values
* Honesty & Integrity
* Passion, Drive, Discipline
* Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
* Dirty Fingernail
* Growth Focused
To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:
Corporate Social Responsibility
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.
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