Database Administrator

Guidehouse Inc.
McLean, VA, United States
27 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$85,000.0 - $141,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Amazon Web Services Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud Data Analysis Application Performance Management Bash Shell Databases Software Debugging Perl (Programming Language) Oracle Databases Oracle (Applications) Oracle SQL Developer
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Performance Tuning Standard Sql Shell Script PL-SQL SQL Databases Sql Loader Data Processing Scripting

Job description

  • Oracle functions, procedures, triggers, packages using Oracle 11g or newer
  • Participate in production implementations working closely with other members of the production support group to ensure the proper transition of system changes into the production environments
  • Design, develop, and maintain scripts for automation, data processing, and database maintenance and monitoring solutions using scripting languages including PL/SQL, Perl, and shell.
  • Perform general technical trouble shooting & give consultation to development teams
  • Data analysis and debugging with a focus on identifying data quality issues. Provide application troubleshooting support, identifying root causes and implementing permanent resolutions.
  • Create & maintain technical documentation including system diagrams & operational procedures
  • Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve database and application performance issues, working closely with application, infrastructure, and support teams.
  • Ensure database environments follow best practices for reliability, scalability, and security.
  • Participate in production implementations, working closely with other members of the production support group to ensure the proper transition of system changes into production environments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree. FOUR (4) additional years of experience is needed in lieu of degree.
  • Minimum of Four(4) to Ten(10)years of job-related experience as an DBA.
  • Ability to create, modify, and tune SQL queries and PL\SQL code
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve data, system performance issues
  • Knowledge with AWS cloud technologies like RDS, Lambda, EC2, Redshift is a plus
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.
  • May require participation in a 24X7 on-call rotation or overnight deployment.
  • Strong expertise in Oracle performance tuning, including SQL and PL/SQL optimization.
  • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, including triggers, procedures, functions, and packages.
  • Proficiency in SQL Developer, SQL Loader, and related Oracle tools.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication and listening skills.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, with strong planning and coordination capabilities.
  • High levels of self-motivation and adaptability, with the ability to meet aggressive deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
  • Solid understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC), including Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to research and resolve complex technical problems in a distributed and complex IT environment, collaborating with both local and remote teams.
  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD “PUBLIC TRUST”; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Oracle database performance tuning
  • Exp with Grants.gov applications.
  • Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting
  • Knowledge of AWS is a plus

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • AD&D insurance
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance, The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Care.com annual membership
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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