Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Role: Senior Oracle DBA

Experience: 8+ Years

Work Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid) - Must be local for an onsite interview

Project Duration: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

***No Vendor Resumes please

We are seeking a Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA ) to design, implement, and support our client's mission-critical Oracle database environments within a highly regulated, enterprise setting. This role focuses on ensuring high availability, performance optimization, and secure database operations supporting critical business applications

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This is a contract-to-hire opportuni ty, offering the potential to transition into a full-time position based on performance and business needs. The ideal candidate is a hands-on Oracle expert with deep experience in high-availability environments, performance tuning, and database securit

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Required Qualificati

• ons8+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA in enterprise environme
• ntsStrong expertise with Oracle 12c / 19c (or newer) in Linux/UNIX environme
• ntsHands-on experience wi
• th:Oracle RAC and Data Gu
• ardRMAN backup, recovery, and clon
• ingPerformance tuning tools (AWR, ASH, OEM, TKPR
• OF)SQL and PL/SQL optimizat
• ionExperience supporting 24x7, high-availability syst
• emsStrong understanding of database security, encryption, roles/privileges, and audit
• ingExperience working within change management / ITIL-aligned environme
• ntsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to operate in fast-paced, production environme
• ntsExcellent communication and collaboration ski

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Responsibili

tiesDatabase Administration & Architec

• tureDesign, install, configure, and maintain Oracle databases across development, test, and production environm
• entsManage database upgrades, patching, and migrations with minimal downtime and
• riskImplement and support high availability and disaster recovery solutions including RAC and Data G

uardPerformance & Optimiza

• tionMonitor and optimize database performance, including SQL and PL/SQL tuning, indexing, and schema de
• signAnalyze execution plans and system metrics to identify and resolve performance bottlen
• ecksPerform capacity planning for compute and storage to support scalabi

lityBackup, Recovery &

• ; DRDevelop and maintain RMAN backup and recovery strategies aligned with business and compliance requirem
• entsSupport disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution including failover and failback proced
• uresMaintain and improve recovery documentation and runb

ooksSecurity & Compli

• anceImplement database security controls including roles, privileges, encryption, and audi
• tingEnsure alignment with regulatory and compliance standards in a governed environ
• mentPartner with security and risk teams to address audit findings and strengthen cont

rolsProduction Support & Collabora

• tionSupport application releases, schema changes, and deployments in coordination with engineering t
• eamsProvide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production incid
• entsParticipate in on-call rotation and support critical after-hours activities as ne
• ededCreate and maintain documentation for configurations, procedures, and operational stand
• ardsMentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing across t

eamsPreferred Qualificat

• ionsExperience supporting financial services or other regulated indust
• riesExposure to Oracle Exadata, OCI, or cloud-based Oracle environm
• entsExperience with automation or scripting (Shell, Python, Ansi
• ble)Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for database deploym
• entsRelevant certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (

OCP)