Sr. Database Administrator

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Sr. Database Administrator Consultant with our client in the transportation industry in their Bloomington, MN location. This is a 12 + month contract position.

Description:
Seeking a Sr. Database Administrator Consultant
Our client is on a journey to becoming the best IT organization in the airline industry, a journey of transformation. They are changing the way we do business from top to bottom as we strive to create meaningful and innovative solutions and are looking for team members to help us realize our vision.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Oracle Engineers and our service providers to deliver a highly available, resilient and performant database environment
• Build new, or upgrade / patch existing databases and associated software in accordance with vendor best practices
• Deliver required database functionality that meets project requirements on or before defined due date
• Ensure the detailed physical design of data structures and database complies with enterprise build and configuration standards and processes
• Install, configure, and maintain Oracle database and Enterprise Manager software on database and application servers as required
• Provide consultation to application development teams on Oracle database technical issues and techniques
• Conduct database performance testing and tuning, user configuration, security and support processes including gather stats, database backup/recovery, partition administration, etc.
• Ensure Oracle database environment is secure, provide recommendations for improving database security and implementing approved security remediations
• Coordinate downtime with application teams and system engineers to implement approved changes
• Interface with vendors and managed service partners to resolve operational issues or questions
• Follow established IT / DBA policies and procedures
• Responsible for all aspects of data analysis and database management
• Responsible for a combination of back-end systems management tasks such as provisioning, software installation, patching, and creation of new (or decommissioning of old) databases; capacity and performance analysis, tuning and forecasting; incident and problem management; and support of software development lifecycle tasks such as deploying new database objects
• Responsible for managing and supporting tools for monitoring databases, backup and recovery, and DevOps enablement functions such as refreshes or data cloning
• Interface with vendor support organizations and manage cases as needed

Requirements:

• 4-year degree (BA or BS) or equivalent work experience in a related field of study
• 8+ years of experience creating and managing Oracle databases and technologies
• Experience with versions 12.2 and newer, both standalone and multi-instance Real Application Clusters
• Demonstrated strong expertise in diagnosing and resolving database performance or reliability issues
• Strong background and hands-on experience administering Oracle Enterprise Manager ecosystem including agents, repositories and management servers in a highly-available, load-balanced configuration
• Familiarity with RedHat Linux OS versions 6 and newer
• Proven track record of implementing and administering Oracle DataGuard for replication
• Able to work independently and balance multiple concurrent projects with mid to long-term deliverables
• Hands on development and maintenance of UNIX Korn or Bash shell scripting
• Ability to provide technical direction to others, including application developers
• Comfortable in high-pressure situations, able to communicate well with both technical peers and leadership
• Strong communication skills both written and oral
• Ability to work on multiple projects or initiatives concurrently, and to self-prioritize these tasks and work independently are all critical skills

Pay Range: $46.94 - $54.94

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.