Sr. Oracle Database Administrator

<p><strong>Role: Senior Oracle DBA</strong></p><p><strong>Experience: 8+ Years</strong></p><p><strong>Work Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)</strong></p><p><strong>Project Duration: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire</strong></p><p>***No Vendor Resumes please</p><p><br></p><p><strong><br>The Opportunity:</strong> We are seeking a<strong> Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA</strong>) to design, implement, and support our client's mission-critical Oracle database environments within a highly regulated, enterprise setting. This role focuses on ensuring high availability, performance optimization, and secure database operations supporting critical business applications</p><p><br></p><p>.<br>This is <strong>a contract-to-hire opportuni</strong>ty, offering the potential to transition into a full-time position based on performance and business needs. The ideal candidate is a hands-on Oracle expert with deep experience in high-availability environments, performance tuning, and database securit</p><p><br></p><p><strong>y.<br>Required Qualificati</strong></p><ul><li>ons8+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA in enterprise environme</li><li>ntsStrong expertise with Oracle 12c / 19c (or newer) in Linux/UNIX environme</li><li>ntsHands-on experience wi</li><li>th:Oracle RAC and Data Gu</li><li>ardRMAN backup, recovery, and clon</li><li>ingPerformance tuning tools (AWR, ASH, OEM, TKPR</li><li>OF)SQL and PL/SQL optimizat</li><li>ionExperience supporting 24x7, high-availability syst</li><li>emsStrong understanding of database security, encryption, roles/privileges, and audit</li><li>ingExperience working within change management / ITIL-aligned environme</li><li>ntsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to operate in fast-paced, production environme</li><li>ntsExcellent communication and collaboration ski</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>lls<br>Responsibili</strong></p><p><strong>tiesDatabase Administration & Architec</strong></p><ul><li>tureDesign, install, configure, and maintain Oracle databases across development, test, and production environm</li><li>entsManage database upgrades, patching, and migrations with minimal downtime and </li><li>riskImplement and support high availability and disaster recovery solutions including RAC and Data G</li></ul><p><strong>uardPerformance & Optimiza</strong></p><ul><li>tionMonitor and optimize database performance, including SQL and PL/SQL tuning, indexing, and schema de</li><li>signAnalyze execution plans and system metrics to identify and resolve performance bottlen</li><li>ecksPerform capacity planning for compute and storage to support scalabi</li></ul><p><strong>lityBackup, Recovery &amp</strong></p><ul><li>; DRDevelop and maintain RMAN backup and recovery strategies aligned with business and compliance requirem</li><li>entsSupport disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution including failover and failback proced</li><li>uresMaintain and improve recovery documentation and runb</li></ul><p><strong>ooksSecurity & Compli</strong></p><ul><li>anceImplement database security controls including roles, privileges, encryption, and audi</li><li>tingEnsure alignment with regulatory and compliance standards in a governed environ</li><li>mentPartner with security and risk teams to address audit findings and strengthen cont</li></ul><p><strong>rolsProduction Support & Collabora</strong></p><ul><li>tionSupport application releases, schema changes, and deployments in coordination with engineering t</li><li>eamsProvide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production incid</li><li>entsParticipate in on-call rotation and support critical after-hours activities as ne</li><li>ededCreate and maintain documentation for configurations, procedures, and operational stand</li><li>ardsMentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across t</li></ul><p><strong>eamsPreferred Qualificat</strong></p><ul><li>ionsExperience supporting financial services or other regulated indust</li><li>riesExposure to Oracle Exadata, OCI, or cloud-based Oracle environm</li><li>entsExperience with automation or scripting (Shell, Python, Ansi</li><li>ble)Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for database deploym</li><li>entsRelevant certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (</li></ul><p><br></p>OCP)

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