AutoNation

Database Engineer

AutoNation

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

AWSMySQLPostgresSQL

About the role

  • Administers and maintains SQL Server environments, including installation, configuration, patching, backup/recovery, and security.
  • Implements and supports AWS Aurora MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, as well as Snowflake data platforms.
  • Designs and manages data replication strategies using tools such as HVR.
  • Leverages virtualization technologies like Delphix for data masking, cloning, and test data management.
  • Develops and maintains CI/CD pipelines for database provisioning and deployment using PowerShell and other automation tools.
  • Monitors database performance and system health using observability platforms such as AppDynamics and DataDog.
  • Applies deep expertise in SQL Server HADR technologies, including Failover Cluster Instances (FCI) and AlwaysOn Availability Groups.
  • Performs advanced database tuning, error resolution, and root cause analysis to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Understands and applies relational and dimensional data modeling principles; experience with dbt is a plus.
  • Captures and documents business rules used in data transformation and integration processes.
  • Publishes and maintains data models and supporting documentation for use by project teams and technology groups.
  • Promotes reuse of existing data objects and entities across the enterprise to reduce cost and improve consistency.
  • Applies standards for data quality and serves as a data steward.
  • Advises on architecture frameworks for operational stores, data marts, and content management systems.
  • Communicates directly with clients to understand business and technical requirements, troubleshoot issues, and present solutions.
  • May lead technical design for small projects or contribute to larger initiatives. Functions independently with limited direction; work is reviewed periodically and on an exception basis.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in database administration and engineering.
  • BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and 401k matching
  • Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
  • Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
  • Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
  • Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
SQL ServerAWS Aurora MySQLPostgreSQLSnowflakeHVRPowerShellCI/CDdbtdata modelingdatabase tuning
Soft skills
communicationtroubleshootingproblem-solvingindependent workdocumentationclient interactionleadershipcollaborationdata stewardshipbusiness analysis