Oracle DBA – L3

Information Technology Department

Woodall Office - Hybrid Remote/In-Office Policy
This role requires the employee to work primarily remote with the flexibility to come into the Woodall office whenever needed, up to 3 times per week as required.

Contract Position
This is a 12-month contract position (Statement of Work).

About Our Client

Our client is the largest transmission and distribution electric utility in Texas and the fifth-largest utility company in the United States, with over 110 years of experience serving the Lone Star State since 1912. They operate one of the most extensive electrical infrastructure networks in the country, managing over 139,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines across 98 counties and 400+ communities, delivering safe and reliable power to more than 13 million Texas residents. Based in Dallas and serving major metropolitan areas including Dallas-Fort Worth, this innovative utility company is at the forefront of smart grid technology and renewable energy integration, investing billions annually in advanced infrastructure and predictive analytics to build a smarter, safer, and more reliable power grid. Their mission centers on delivering clean, reliable energy through superior asset management while driving technological innovation to meet the growing energy demands of Texas.

Job Description

As an Oracle DBA L3, you will serve as a senior-level database administrator responsible for managing critical Oracle database systems that support our client's extensive electrical grid operations and business applications. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic thinking to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security of mission-critical database environments. You will work in a fast-paced, highly energetic environment where your expertise directly impacts the reliable delivery of electricity to millions of Texas residents.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a results-driven, solution-oriented culture and will be passionate about database technology, automation, and continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with development teams, infrastructure specialists, and business stakeholders to provide performance insights, drive automation initiatives, and resolve complex technical challenges. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge Oracle technologies including Exadata platforms while contributing to the modernization of utility industry database systems.

Your work will involve both proactive system optimization and reactive problem-solving, requiring strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively during critical incident calls. The role demands someone who believes that outcomes are linked to effort rather than chance and who sets challenging yet realistic goals in a dynamic utility environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform extensive Oracle Exadata Database Migration, Installation, Upgrades, and Patching across production environments
• Manage and optimize database objects including tablespaces, users, indexes, roles, privileges, profiles, DB links, and synonyms
• Configure and administer Oracle 12c, 18c, and 19c database systems to ensure optimal performance and availability
• Execute logical backup and recovery operations using data pump, export/import utilities
• Develop and maintain backup and recovery strategies using RMAN for critical production systems
• Conduct performance tuning analysis using AWR reports and explain plan optimization techniques
• Implement and manage Database Cloning, Automatic Storage Management, and parameter initialization
• Perform database patching and upgrade Oracle databases from 12c to 18c/19c versions
• Configure and troubleshoot Data Guard and RAC (Real Application Clusters) environments
• Monitor alerts and notifications, responding promptly to critical database incidents
• Collaborate with development teams during design sessions to provide performance and scaling recommendations
• Drive automation initiatives and service improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency
• Participate in on-call rotation and effectively communicate during critical incident resolution calls
• Conduct root cause analysis for database-related issues and implement preventive measures
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, processes, and procedures

Required Experience/Skills

• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in Oracle 12c/18c/19c Database Administration
• Extensive hands-on experience with Oracle Exadata platforms including migration, installation, upgrades, and patching
• Strong expertise in SQL and PL/SQL development and optimization
• Proven experience with Data Guard and RAC (Real Application Clusters) implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Comprehensive knowledge of backup and recovery strategies using RMAN
• Experience with database performance tuning using AWR reports and execution plan analysis
• Solid understanding of Solaris/Linux/Veritas Cluster environments
• Strong scripting knowledge for automation and process improvement
• Experience working extensively on production systems in enterprise environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to present to technical and business stakeholders
• Proven ability to drive critical issues to resolution and communicate effectively during incident calls
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Experience with database cloning, partitioning, and cross-platform transportable tablespaces
• Knowledge of Flash Recovery features and flashback query capabilities
• Experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM13c) for database monitoring and management

Nice-to-Haves

• PostgreSQL DBA experience including installation, configuration, performance monitoring, and backup/recovery processes
• Experience working in DevOps/Agile environments with collaborative development practices
• Knowledge of ITSM tools, particularly JIRA for ticket management and workflow processes
• Background in utility or energy industry with understanding of critical infrastructure requirements
• Experience with patch/upgrade and release management for complex enterprise systems
• Familiarity with utilities like Data Pump and Export/Import for large-scale data operations
• Experience managing high-severity critical incidents in 24/7 operational environments
• Knowledge of process and architectural improvements for database system optimization
• Experience with root cause analysis and proactive problem-solving methodologies
• Understanding of smart grid technology and energy industry database requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related technical field
• Oracle certifications preferred (OCA, OCP, or OCM)
• Relevant technical certifications in database administration, cloud technologies, or enterprise systems management

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Hourly Rate: $70/hour
• Contract Duration: 12 months (Statement of Work)
• Schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with on-call availability after hours as needed
• Work Location: Hybrid - primarily remote with up to 3 office visits per week in Woodall office when required
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge Oracle Exadata technology and smart grid infrastructure
• Professional development in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
• Exposure to critical utility infrastructure supporting millions of Texas residents

[ADDITIONAL BENEFITS NEEDED - Please specify any other benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), travel reimbursement, time off allowance, or other perks]

Apply Now!

Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact managing critical database infrastructure that powers millions of homes and businesses across Texas! This is an exceptional opportunity to work with cutting-edge Oracle Exadata technology in a mission-critical utility environment.