Senior Oracle Database Administrator - Remote | WFH

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Job Overview

The Senior Oracle Database Administrator will be pivotal in managing, maintaining, and optimizing our Oracle database environments to ensure exceptional performance and reliability. This remote position requires a seasoned professional to implement best practices in database management and security, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the organization’s data needs. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to drive improvements in database architecture and performance while ensuring compliance with industry standards and security protocols.

Job Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and upgrade Oracle Database software and related products.
• Monitor database performance, tuning, and optimization to ensure maximum efficiency and uptime.
• Implement backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Manage user access and security settings to protect sensitive database information.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues; conduct root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and enforce database management policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with development teams to design and optimize database schema and queries.
• Provide technical support and mentorship to junior database administrators and other teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Oracle Database Administrator.
• Extensive knowledge of Oracle Database 12c and 19c, including features and tools.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and PL/SQL programming.
• Experience with database performance tuning, backup, recovery, and replication techniques.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies and databases, particularly Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certification is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Technologies & Tools

The Senior Oracle Database Administrator will work extensively with Oracle Database Management Systems (DBMS), Oracle Enterprise Manager, SQL Development tools, and various cloud-based solutions including Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash or Python and tools for automation will also be advantageous.

Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate strong analytical skills, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting. They should possess a strong attention to detail, excellent multitasking abilities, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Successful candidates will be proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and have a collaborative spirit to engage with various teams across the organization.