Oracle Database Administrator

Job Title: Oracle Database Administrator

Locations: Hybrid / Skillman NJ

3 -6 month right to hire

Why You Will Love It Here!

• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model & a Business Casual Dress Code, including jeans
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, Professional Development Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave
• Wide Ranging Perspectives: Committed to Celebrating the Variety of Backgrounds, Talents and Experiences of Our Employees
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized,
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

What You Will Get To Do:

We are seeking a highly skilled, highly autonomous, and experienced Oracle Database Administrator to join our dynamic team , This role requires the candidate to be capable of handling complex tasks independently and be solely responsible for all Oracle Database-related activities, including ensuring the optimal performance, security, and availability of our critical Oracle database systems, supporting various business applications and data infrastructure.

* Install, configure, upgrade, and patch Oracle database software and related products (e.g., Grid Infrastructure, RMAN, RAC, ASM, Data Guard, TDE ).

* Create and manage Oracle's multitenant architecture, CDB (Container Database) and PDBs (Pluggable Databases).

* Perform database performance tuning, including SQL query optimization, instance tuning, and capacity planning.

* Implement and manage database backup and recovery strategies using RMAN, Data Guard, and other relevant tools.

* Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents in a timely manner.

* Manage database security, including user access, roles, privileges, and auditing.

* Develop and maintain automation scripts for routine database administration tasks.

* Collaborate with application development teams to support database design, development, and deployment activities.

* Participate in on-call rotation for production support and provide technical expertise during critical situations.

* Ability to resolve Oracle related issues during direct calls/Teams meetings with client personnel.

* Document database configurations, procedures, and best practices.

* Stay up-to-date with new Oracle technologies and industry trends.

What you will bring:

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

* 8+ years of hands-on experience as an Oracle Database Administrator in a production environment.

* Proficiency with Oracle Database versions 19c, 21c and higher, including CDB/PDB.

* Strong experience with Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC) and Data Guard.

* Expertise in RMAN for backup and recovery operations.

* Solid understanding of SQL, PL/SQL, and performance tuning methodologies.

* Experience with Linux/UNIX operating systems, including shell scripting.

* Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is a plus.

* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.