Database Administrator 3 // Local to TX

Solicitation Reference Number: 529601662

Working Title: Database Administrator 3 Title/Level: Database Administrator 3

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

We are seeking 1 Database Administrator 3 to provide advanced database administration support for complex enterprise applications with intricate data models, workflows, and reporting requirements.

The role focuses on database optimization, performance tuning, cloud migration, and integration within a modern technology environment. The successful candidate will support Full-stack Java applications running on a cloud platform (Azure/AWS) in an Agile (Scrum) development environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Oracle databases and related infrastructure, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
• Lead the migration of on-premises Oracle databases to Oracle Database on Azure Cloud, including decoupling BLOB storage into separate data and Azure Blob Storage.
• Transition batch cron jobs to Oracle Database Jobs to improve workflow automation and efficiency.
• Identify and resolve database performance bottlenecks; implement robust monitoring solutions to track database health, performance metrics, and storage capacity.
• Manage backup, restore, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Administer Oracle GoldenGate for efficient data replication across systems.
• Develop and enforce architectural standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures to maintain the integrity and security of the database environment.
• Provide technical assistance in planning, development, maintenance, and monitoring of integrated database systems.
• Perform data modeling, logical and physical database design, and performance tuning.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards for database-related user interfaces and reporting outputs.
• Collaborate with development teams to support multi-tier applications and ensure consistency between application design and database architecture.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:

Candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications to be considered:

Years Required/Preferred Experience 10 Required Experience in database administration 8 Required Experience with Oracle and Microsoft SQL databases 8 Required Experience in database design, analysis, and performance tuning 8 Required Experience designing enterprise applications and/or services 8 Required Experience creating technical and functional design documentation 8 Required Experience working within the Software Development Life Cycle using Agile methodology (Scrum preferred) 8 Required Experience with multi-tier system/application development (SOA, Microservices, 3-Tier applications, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

Years Preferred Experience 6 Preferred Experience with Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes into Azure SQL 4 Preferred Experience with large-volume databases, high availability, and disaster recovery infrastructure 4 Preferred Proficiency in converting and adapting database structures for cloud environments, specifically Azure 3 Preferred Experience configuring PowerBI environments and developing PowerBI reports 3 Preferred Experience with DevOps technologies including CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Git 3 Preferred 3 years of experience with Azure cloud platform 2 Preferred Experience migrating on-premises databases to cloud environments (Azure preferred) 1 Preferred Azure certification (preferred but not required) 1 Preferred DBA Associate certifications (preferred but not required)

Additional Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of database structures, theories, and current database technologies.
• Experience with computer systems analysis, programming, project control, and data processing techniques.
• Working knowledge of EIR Accessibility standards and assistive technologies; ability to ensure database interfaces and reports comply with accessibility requirements.
• Ability to provide user support when accessibility-related issues arise.

Note: Candidates for this position will be subject to a pre-employment security review to determine employment eligibility. All work products resulting from this project shall be considered "works made for hire" and become the property of the agency.

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to begin on 05/01/2026 and are expected to conclude by 08/31/2026. The total estimated hours shall not exceed 1200 hours. This engagement may be amended, renewed, or extended upon mutual written agreement.

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall primarily be provided during normal business hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding state holidays.

Work Location: Hybrid (On-site and Telework) Primary On-site Location: Austin, Texas

Any travel, per diem, parking, or living expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate/vendor. Overtime (beyond 40 hours per week) must be pre-approved and will be paid at the standard hourly rate.