OSS Database & Platform Engineer

CTG is seeking an experienced OSS Database & Platform Engineer to support and modernize mission-critical Telecom Operational Support Systems (OSS) that support TDM-based landline telephony networks. This role is responsible for database administration, platform engineering, infrastructure reliability, and modernization initiatives across complex hybrid environments spanning on-premises data centers, cloud platforms, and legacy telecom infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring strong Oracle and Informix database expertise, Linux platform administration experience, and a background supporting large-scale telecommunications environments undergoing digital transformation. Location: Onsite in Dallas, TX or New Jersey Duration: 12 Months Key Responsibilities Administer and support OSS database platforms across development, testing, staging, and production environments. Manage Oracle, Informix, and other enterprise database technologies. Perform database installations, upgrades, patching, migrations, backup/recovery, replication, and performance tuning. Support migration initiatives from Solaris, HP-UX, and legacy Windows systems to RedHat Enterprise Linux and modern Windows platforms. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize database and platform performance for high-volume telecom operational systems. Support hybrid infrastructure deployments across on-premises environments, Microsoft Azure, and AWS Outposts. Collaborate with application, middleware, cloud, infrastructure, and network engineering teams during modernization and transformation programs. Resolve complex production issues involving databases, operating systems, middleware, and application integrations. Contribute to modernization efforts transitioning legacy TDM communications environments toward IP-based architectures. Required Qualifications 7+ years of experience in database administration, platform engineering, or infrastructure support. Strong Oracle database administration experience. Experience supporting Informix database environments. Expertise in database performance tuning, backup/recovery, replication, and operational support. Experience administering RedHat Enterprise Linux environments. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in mission-critical production environments. Experience supporting large-scale enterprise or telecommunications systems. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Telecom OSS applications. Knowledge of TDM telecommunications environments. Experience with Solaris and HP-UX platforms. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and AWS Outposts. Experience supporting cloud migrations and infrastructure modernization initiatives. Understanding of IP-based network architectures and telecom transformation programs. Experience with automation and scripting tools. Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered. Relevant Oracle, Linux, cloud, or infrastructure certifications are a plus. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. The expected base salary for this position ranges from $98,000 to $105,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Computer Task Group