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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mid-Level Database Administrator - **Company:** Sparibis Llc - **Location:** Suitland-Silver Hill, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $125,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Bash Shell, Configuration Management, Databases, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Migration, Database Connection, DevOps, Github, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Oracle Apex, Data Processing, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Git, Git Flow, Deployment Automation, Software Version Control, Jenkins - **Published:** October 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9268973/mid-level-database-administrator ## About the Role Location: Hybrid-Remote. Must be able to be onsite, as needed, for program execution in Suitland, MD. Years' Experience: 3+ years database administration experience Education: Bachelor's Degree in IT related field. Security Clearance: IBR is a federal contractor. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance issued by the United States Census Bureau. This agency handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. NOTE: United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance. Employment Type: Full Time Work Schedules: IBR promotes work-life balance by offering flexible scheduling options. Standard business hours are aligned to the Eastern Time Zone. Key Skills: * Must have Oracle DBA experience performing tasks that include installation, configuration, patching, backup/recovery, monitoring, and performance tuning. * Must have Oracle APEX experience and PostgreSQL experience * Direct ETL and data migration experience. * Strong scripting skills with Shell, Python, and/or PowerShell required * Experience with version control and structured Configuration Management processes using Git based workflows. * Experience supporting databases across on-prem and AWS cloud environments, * 3+ years of professional experience as an Oracle DBA in production environments. * Bachelor's degree in IT related field. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance. * Must have Oracle DBA experience performing tasks that include installation, configuration, patching, backup/recovery, monitoring, and performance tuning. * Must have hands-on experience with Oracle APEX * Strong scripting skills with Shell, Python, and/or PowerShell required * Experience with version control and structured Configuration Management processes using Git based workflows. * Direct ETL and data migration experience. * Experience supporting or participating in Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migration efforts. * Excellent attention to detail and responsiveness in day-to-day operations. * Must have strong written and verbal communication. Desired Qualifications * Experience supporting financial systems or financial data workflows. * Familiarity with PostgreSQL administration or application support. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tooling (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc). * Experience operating in cloud or hybrid on-prem/cloud environments (AWS preferred). * Relevant database or cloud certifications. ## Description The Database Engineer (Oracle APEX & PostgreSQL Modernization) must be able to meet the key criteria below, We are seeking a Database Engineer to support a mission-critical environment that relies heavily on Oracle databases, with ongoing modernization efforts toward PostgreSQL. This role focuses on core Oracle DBA responsibilities, data migration, scripting, and supporting application teams. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, is highly responsive in a fast-paced environment, and brings solid experience supporting enterprise-level data workflows, ETL processes, familiarity with Oracle APEX, and structured change management practices., * Perform core Oracle DBA tasks including installation, configuration, patching, backup/recovery, monitoring, and performance tuning. * Support and maintain Oracle APEX environments; basic development or troubleshooting experience is sufficient to optimize Oracle APEX pages, components, forms, and interactive reports. * Develop and maintain scripts (Shell, Python, PowerShell, etc.) to automate operational tasks, improve reliability, and assist in deployments. * Follow strong version control and configuration management practices using Git-based workflows. * Execute ETL and data migration tasks, including migrations coming from BASS and related systems. * Assist in Oracle-to-PostgreSQL modernization efforts, including data model conversion and migration activities. * Collaborate closely with application teams, analysts, and DevOps to maintain stable, high-quality database environments. * Support environments with financial system components and compliance requirements (desired but not required). * Create and maintain documentation, SOPs, and operational runbooks with a high degree of accuracy. * Follow security and compliance best practices for database access, auditing, and data handling. * Maintain procedural and technical documentation in shared knowledge platforms., This role primarily involves sedentary work, in a workplace and/or home office environment. There are some physical demands associated with the role, including: * Extended periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation. * Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 20 pounds. * Occasional travel to client sites or meetings may be required. * Work may need to be performed in a fast-paced environment requiring quick decision making. * Flexible work arrangements may be available based on business needs. * Will be exposed to a wide variety of clients in differing functions, personalities, and abilities.