SR ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR

Fayetteville Public Works Commission
Fayetteville, NC, United States
24 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$99,523.0 - $131,122.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Configuration Management Databases Database Queries Database Security Oracle Data Guard Disaster Recovery Python (Programming Language) Linux System Administration Unix Shell Oracle Databases Oracle (Applications) Performance Tuning
+12 more
Recovery Manager (RMAN) PL-SQL SQL Databases Backup and Restore Data Processing Scripting Oracle Enterprise Manager System Availability Database Performance Database Replication Database Installation Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Job description

Database Administration & Operations

  • Administer, maintain, and support Oracle databases across on-premise and DBaaS environments.
  • Perform database installation, upgrades, patching, backups, and recovery.
  • Monitor database performance and tune systems to ensure optimal operation.
  • Manage data replication, refreshes, and overall configuration management.
  • Create and optimize complex queries, reports, and data extracts.

Performance, Security & Reliability

  • Maintain database integrity, security, and availability standards.
  • Develop and manage backup and recovery strategies using RMAN.
  • Implement and maintain disaster recovery (DR) and high availability (HA) solutions.
  • Proactively monitor systems and resolve issues in alignment with service level agreements (SLAs).

Technical Support & Problem Resolution

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex database issues across multiple environments.
  • Manage and escalate Oracle Service Requests (SRs) with Oracle Support as needed.
  • Support production and non-production environments, including change management activities.
  • Participate in system upgrades, testing, and technical design discussions.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

  • Partner with IT teams and business stakeholders to gather and document technical requirements.
  • Contribute to performance optimization, system enhancements, and technical projects.
  • Maintain documentation aligned with system lifecycle, standards, and best practices.
  • Communicate effectively with users and stakeholders regarding system performance and issue resolution.

Requirements

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to independently troubleshoot complex issues while partnering with internal teams to deliver reliable system performance., * Strong experience with Oracle database platforms including 11g, 12c, 19c, and 21c, as well as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and DBaaS.

  • Proficiency with Data Guard, Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), CRM/ERP databases, and Linux environments.
  • Expertise in performance tuning, troubleshooting, backup/recovery strategies, and database security.
  • Experience with scripting and data processing (SQL, PL/SQL, Python, Linux shell).
  • Strong understanding of change management and production support processes.
  • Excellent organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Option A:

  • Bachelor’s degree + 7 years database administration experience OR Associate degree + 11 years experience OR High school diploma + 15 years experience

  • At least 1 year of lead experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

  • Oracle DBA certification
  • Experience with Oracle licensing and resource management
  • Experience supporting enterprise-level ERP/CRM systems

Special Requirements

  • Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License Physical Requirements
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including extended computer-based work.

If you’re an experienced Oracle DBA looking to contribute to a stable, mission-driven organization supporting critical public infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits & conditions

EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS: This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
  • PWC does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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