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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Engineer - Oracle - **Company:** Prodigy One, LLC - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $148,000.0 - $204,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Databases, Data Migration, Data Security, Data Structures, Database Design, Distributed Data Store, Distributed Systems, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, NoSQL, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Oracle SQL Developer, Performance Tuning, Scaled Agile Framework, Shell Script, Software Requirements Analysis, PL-SQL, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, Scripting, System Availability, Cassandra, Database Replication, User Administration, Programming Languages - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=86088296f912eb78 ## About the Role * Must have at least 10 years of high-level, in-depth, dedicated database experience. * Must have in-depth experience as a Database Administrator to include proficiency in tasks such as data migration, data replication, user administration, backup and recovery, performance tuning, issue investigation, issue resolution, and general administration. * Must have a solid understanding of databases, primarily Oracle and/or other relational and non relational/NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL and MongoDB. * Must have experience using Oracle SQL/PLSQL, and SQL in general. * Must have experience scripting with JavaScript, Bash/Linux shell scripting (in general) Perl, and/or Python. * Must have knowledge of programming languages to include Java. * Must be committed to adopting and adhering to best practices. * Must be able to effectively plan and prioritize tasking. * Must be capable of performing high quality work both independently, and with a team, in a fast-moving environment., * Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. * Experience with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology and/or as a * member of an Agile team. * Experience with Cassandra. * Experience with MongoDB. Education Requirements ## Description The Database Engineer / Oracle Database Administrator supports complex, high-performance systems with stringent interface, security, and availability requirements. This role provides deep technical expertise across the full database engineering lifecycle, including architecture, design, development, requirements analysis, data flow, testing, and documentation. The ideal candidate analyzes user and system requirements to develop scalable database architectures and contributes to system design and configuration documentation, including capacity planning and performance optimization. This position plays a key role in addressing advanced technical challenges such as distributed data replication, concurrent data access, and high availability. The Database Engineer/Oracle DBA also conducts risk assessments, evaluates alternative solutions, and implements best practices to ensure robust and reliable database operations. Working within an Agile environment, the selected individual collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including system and software engineers, integration and test engineers, and information assurance professionals to support large-scale, geographically distributed systems. The role involves contributing to Program Increment (PI) Planning and other Agile activities, while ensuring engineering rigor across all assigned tasks. Additionally, the Database Engineer/Oracle DBA supports database design, development, and optimization efforts; translates requirements into effective database schemas; develops queries, scripts, and data structures; and assists in building database-related software components. 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