Senior Database Administrator (DBA), G1

T1 Energy
Dallas, United States of America
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Dallas, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Access
Bash
Computer Security
Databases
Database Security
Oracle Data Guard
Linux
Disaster Recovery
PostgreSQL
Microsoft SQL Server
Windows Server
MySQL
Oracle
Oracle Applications
Performance Tuning
Powershell
Recovery Manager (RMAN)
PL-SQL
SQL Databases
Systems Architecture
Software Vulnerability Management
Backup and Restore
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
System Availability
Database Optimization
Database Performance
Tools for Reporting
Oracle Erp

Job description

T1 Energy is looking to hire a Senior DBA to own database reliability across Oracle (ERP & ADG), Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL environments supporting mission-critical systems including ERP, EMS, MES, and reporting platforms. You will ensure high availability, disaster recovery readiness, performance optimization, and strong security controls across production and non-production systems.

This is a hands-on, senior technical role requiring deep database expertise, operational discipline, and the ability to support manufacturing-critical systems in a fast-moving environment. Enterprise Database Operations

  • Administer Oracle Database environments, including Oracle ERP and Data Guard (ADG).
  • Manage SQL Server 2019, MySQL, and PostgreSQL databases across production and non-production systems.
  • Perform installations, configuration, patching, upgrade, cloning, and migrations.
  • Monitor database health, capacity, availability, and performance.

High Availability & Disaster Recovery

  • Maintain and optimize Oracle Data Guard (ADG) environments.
  • Design and execute backup and recovery strategies (RMAN and native tools).
  • Regularly test failover and disaster recovery procedures.
  • Ensure RPO and RTO objectives are consistently met.

Performance Optimization

  • Diagnose and resolve database performance issues.
  • Optimize queries, indexing strategies, execution plans, and storage utilization.
  • Partner with ERP, WMS, MES, and reporting teams to improve overall system performance.

Security & Compliance

  • Implement database security best practices including role-based access, encryption, and auditing.
  • Manage access controls and enforce separation of duties.
  • Support audit requirements and vulnerability remediation efforts.
  • Partner with IT Security on database hardening initiatives.

Automation & Standards

  • Automate routine DBA activities using SQL, PL/SQL, Shell, PowerShell, or similar Scripting tools.
  • Develop and maintain database standards, documentation, and operational procedures.
  • Contribute to system architecture and infrastructure planning.

Vendor & Project Support

  • Manage escalations and service requests with Oracle, Microsoft, and other vendors.
  • Support ERP upgrades, system implementations, and infrastructure projects.
  • Provide database architecture input for new applications and system designs.

Requirements

  • A hands-on senior DBA who thrives in production environments.
  • Deeply experienced with Oracle administration and Data Guard.
  • Calm under pressure during incidents and outages.
  • Detail-oriented and disciplined in documentation and standards.
  • Collaborative, able to work across IT, vendors, and business teams.
  • Proactive, with a mindset of continuous improvement and system resilience., * 8+ years of enterprise DBA experience.
  • Strong experience in Oracle Database administration.
  • Proven experience with Oracle Data Guard (ADG).
  • Experience administering Microsoft SQL Server 2019.
  • Working knowledge of MySQL and PostgreSQL.
  • Deep experience in backup/recovery, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience supporting Linux/Unix and Windows server environments.

The T1 Way

We move fast, expect accountability, and treat people with respect. We also have a no-jerks policy: we don\u2019t tolerate big egos, bad behavior or "that\u2019s not my job attitude". Be sharp, be honest, be human. If you can hold the line and have a sense of humor, you\u2019ll fit right in.

About the company

T1 Energy is bringing solar manufacturing back to the U.S. by building a domestic solar supply chain. Our mission is to invigorate America with scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy. Our fully operational 5GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, can manufacture more than 20,000 modules every 24 hours. We are focused on building advanced American manufacturing and we are passionate about engineering a better future filled with abundant energy.

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