Oracle Database Engineer

Oracle Database Engineer in Richardson Overview: We are seeking a Senior Database Engineer to design, build, and maintain high-performance relational databases supporting mission-critical applications. This role partners closely with systems and software engineers to translate business and technical requirements into scalable, secure, and well-governed database solutions. The position operates in an Agile environment and is a 6-12 month contract to hire opportunity supporting a large system integrator. An active TS/SCI with CI poly is required. Responsibilities: Design and modify database structures including tables, indexes, constraints, and views. Translate business and technical requirements into logical and physical data models. Author and implement schema changes using DDL and automated change control. Develop and maintain SQL, PL/SQL, and PL/pgSQL; support backend application integration. Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to validate data requirements. Perform database administration and deployment tasks in Linux environments. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 8+ years of database engineering experience. 5+ years of relational data modeling with Oracle and PostgreSQL. 8+ years hands‑on experience with Oracle SQL/PLSQL and PostgreSQL SQL/PL/pgSQL. Strong Linux command‑line, bash scripting, and Python skills. Ability to obtain Security+ within 60 days if not already held. Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph prior to start. U.S. Citizenship required. Preferred Qualifications: Security+ or higher certification. Experience with AWS RDS (Oracle), Aurora PostgreSQL, and/or NoSQL databases. SQL tuning, performance troubleshooting, and backup/DR experience. Familiarity with database security controls, automation, git, Jira, and Confluence. #J-18808-Ljbffr