Job Description
At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 20,000 associates who work at Five Below and they'll tell you there's no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.
It's all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Database Manager with deep expertise in Oracle and SQL to oversee and manage our database systems in a dynamic retail environment. The successful candidate will ensure the performance, availability, and security of all databases, while also managing a team of database administrators (DBAs). This role requires strong technical knowledge in Oracle and SQL, the ability to lead and manage a diverse team along with the ability to collaborate across various departments to support retail operations, e-commerce platforms, and data-driven decision-making.
POSITION LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA (Relocation Assistance)
Job Responsibilities:
Database Management & Optimization:
Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Oracle and SQL databases.
Optimize database performance, monitoring, and tuning to ensure high availability and reliability.
Manage database replication, backups, recovery, and failover procedures.
Data Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain database security measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Perform regular audits and assessments of data storage to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of customer and business information.
Team Leadership & Collaboration: Lead and mentor a team of database administrators, providing guidance and support on technical issues.
Work closely with IT, software development, and business teams to support retail operations, reporting, and business intelligence needs.
Coordinate with other departments to design database solutions that meet business requirements and scalability.
Database Development & Automation: Oversee database development, ensuring data models align with business needs.
Automate routine database management tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
Retail Systems Integration: Support the integration of database systems with Point of Sale (POS), e-commerce platforms, and other retail systems.
Monitor and troubleshoot data flows between various retail systems and databases, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
Vendor & Technology Management: Manage relationships with database vendors and service providers, ensuring timely support and updates.
Stay up to date with the latest database technologies and recommend upgrades or migrations to improve system performance.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
5+ years of experience in database management, with a focus on Oracle and SQL in a retail/cloud hybrid environment.
Proven experience managing large-scale databases, including performance tuning and optimization.
Strong knowledge of database security, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.
Experience with retail systems such as POS, ERP, and e-commerce platforms.
Familiarity with cloud-based databases and hybrid environments (preferred).
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Proficient in Oracle Database, SQL Server, and related technologies.
Knowledge of database management tools and automation scripts (e.g., PL/SQL, T-SQL, Shell scripting).
Familiarity with database monitoring tools (e.g., Oracle Enterprise Manager, SQL Profiler, SolarWinds, NewRelic).
Experience with cloud database platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle) is a plus.
Preferred Certifications: Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator
Certified SQL Developer
Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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