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Oracle Database Administrator
Monrovia, CA (Locals needed)
Onsite (Hybrid - 3 days/week)
Contract (W2)
8+ Years
Job Description:
Role Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to support a high-availability client environment requiring 247 operations across Oracle and SQL Server platforms. The Oracle DBA will be responsible for proactive monitoring, maintenance, performance tuning, incident response, and close collaboration with development and security teams. This role demands deep expertise in Oracle technologies, operational discipline, and strong communication capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and support over 40+ Oracle databases, including Oracle Database Appliance (ODA), alongside 100+ SQL Server instances
Implement and maintain performance monitoring using Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM 23c/23i), Spotlight, and other diagnostic tools
Lead and participate in incident management, including triage, root cause analysis (RCA), resolution, and post-mortem documentation
Perform routine database health checks, backup & recovery using RMAN, Data Guard, and GoldenGate
Establish and optimize alert thresholds, automate diagnostic workflows, and minimize alert fatigue
Ensure database recovery readiness, support PCI/GDPR compliance, and execute disaster recovery (DR) testing and failover procedures
Work closely with application development teams to review schema changes, evaluate SQL performance, and support test environments
Leverage tools such as GitHub and CI/CD pipelines for version control of PL/SQL code and deployment automation
Deliver regular reporting and KPI dashboards covering performance, availability, and SLA adherence
Adhere to and enforce security best practices, including encryption, CyberArk PAM integration, and vulnerability remediation
Key Qualifications:
Minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator supporting both Oracle (11g/12c/19c) and SQL Server
Strong proficiency in SQL and PL/SQL tuning, index management, and resolving performance bottlenecks
Hands-on experience with Oracle monitoring tools (OEM, Spotlight) and integration with ticketing systems like JIRA
Familiarity with cloud and hybrid deployments, including Oracle Cloud and Azure SQL
Solid understanding of security frameworks and compliance mandates (e.g., PCI, GDPR)
Proven experience with backup/recovery strategies, high availability (HA) architecture, and disaster recovery
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively in client-facing roles
Willingness to participate in a 247 on-call rotation