Junior/Mid Oracle DBA

The Oracle Database Administrator is responsible for the ongoing support of Oracle databases and related functionality, providing the highest possible performance, availability, and security.

The candidate will be part of a dynamic team of skilled DBAs and Systems Engineers who manage existing database installations, perform database deployments, plan enhancements, and drive value through standardization and automation.

Responsibilities:

- Maintenance of multiple databases running Oracle 11gR2 on Linux platforms

- Perform day-to-day database administration tasks including installation, upgrades, backup/recovery, monitoring, disaster recovery procedures (switchover/failover) and database cloning across environments, patching

- Work with developers on query optimization and SQL code deployments

- Provide Production support through on-call rotation. Pager duty is required

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

- Requires 2-5 years experience administering Oracle databases

Technical Skills:

- Proficient knowledge of Oracle Database 11g technologies including RAC and ASM, RMAN, and Data Guard

- Must be a hands-on, technically adept DBA, capable of performing required day-to-day, ticket-based DBA tasks such as database refreshes, query tuning and SQL deployments

- Must demonstrate proficiency in UNIX and be able to administer Oracle databases running on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

- Must be able improve SQL performance results through use of explain plans.

- Ability to diagnose problems and triage/resolve issues across various tiers (application, network, database, server, or storage tiers).

- Knowledge of Scripting languages and automation practices a plus

- Experience with MySQL and/or MongoDB a plus

Functional Skills:

- Self-starter and be able to perform work autonomously

- Knowledge of data quality, data management, security and data testing strategies and practices

- Strong Oral and written skills. Able to communicate effectively and clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

- Anticipate and handle critical situations.

- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, but flexible and collaborative work environment.

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Company Information:

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EEO Statement:

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