Database Administrator IV

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Charlotte, NC that is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to join our fortune 500 client's dynamic team responsible for ensuring 24x7 availability of critical systems. This role is essential to maintaining the performance, integrity, and security of our Oracle-based infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Oracle 19c, Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), and a solid understanding of replication and data validation tools such as GoldenGate and Veridata. Experience with Exadata and shell scripting is a strong plus.

Responsibilities:
* Ensure high availability and performance of all Oracle database systems operating 24x7
* Monitor and manage databases using Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
* Support and maintain Oracle 19c environments across onshore and offshore teams
* Implement and manage Oracle GoldenGate for real-time data replication
* Utilize Veridata to validate data consistency across replicated environments
* Perform routine database maintenance, backups, and recovery operations
* Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to support business-critical systems
* Write and maintain shell scripts for automation and monitoring tasks
* Participate in on-call rotation and shift-based support coverage as needed

REQUIREMENTS:
* Lead experience with Oracle Database (preferably 19c) in a production environment
* Proficiency with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for monitoring and administration
* Experience with Oracle GoldenGate or strong willingness to learn
* Familiarity with Veridata for data validation and synchronization
* Ability to write and troubleshoot shell scripts for automation
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
* Ability to work in a 24x7 support environment with global teams

Nice to Haves:
* Hands-on experience with Oracle Exadata
* Prior experience in large-scale enterprise environments
* Exposure to performance tuning and capacity planning
* Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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