Data Platform Engineer

Compunnel, Inc.

Lincolnshire (IL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Zebra Technologies is seeking a Data Platform Engineer (Oracle EBS Application DBA) to lead the design, build, and support of our data platforms. This role requires deep Oracle EBS 12.2.x, Oracle Database 19c, WebLogic, and Linux expertise, with OCI and IaC experience highly desirable.

The candidate will serve as both application and platform DBA, driving platform evolution, architecture standards, and secure, scalable database environments for mission-critical systems.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in Oracle database administration.
Extensive experience with Oracle 19c RAC on Linux/Unix (installation, creation, patching, tuning, backup & recovery).
Expertise in Oracle EBS R12.2.x administration, upgrades, migrations, and app support.
Strong experience managing Oracle WebLogic Server lifecycle (install, config, patching, upgrades).
Linux/Unix admin and shell scripting proficiency; automation tooling experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, design, and maintain databases and long-term architecture.
Support Oracle EBS 12.2.x, WebLogic, and 19c RAC on Linux/Unix.
Ensure data integrity, security controls, and data protection.
Develop and enforce database management policies and best practices.
Improve performance, reliability, scalability, and availability.
Perform preventive maintenance and issue resolution to keep platforms stable.
Execute system admin tasks: patching, cloning, backups, and recovery.
Provide advanced support for Oracle EBS and databases.

Skills

Oracle DBA

Oracle EBS

Linux/Unix

WebLogic

Oracle 19c RAC

OCI

Terraform

IaC

Shell scripting

Performance tuning

Backup and recovery

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Oracle WebLogic

ODI

SOA Suite

Terraform

OCI

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Zebra is seeking a Data Platform Engineer (Oracle EBS Application DBA) to join a team responsible for the technical vision, development, and support of our next-generation data platforms. This role requires deep expertise in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.2.x, Oracle Database 19c, WebLogic, and Linux-based environments. The ideal candidate will serve as both an application and platform DBA, helping to design, build, maintain, and optimize database environments that support critical business operations. Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Oracle Middleware technologies, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Oracle Fusion, or Oracle EPM is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Database & Platform Administration

Plan, design, and maintain computerized databases, including database structures, documentation, operational guidelines, and long-term architecture.
Manage and support Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.2.x, Oracle WebLogic, and Oracle Database 19c+ RAC environments running on Linux/Unix.
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and availability of data across databases and supporting systems.
Establish and maintain database security controls and data protection standards.
Develop, implement, and monitor database management policies, procedures, and best practices.
Recommend and implement enhancements to improve system performance, reliability, scalability, and availability.
Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and issue resolution to ensure platform stability.

System Administration & Support

Execute system administration activities, including patching, cloning, backups, and recovery.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues within Oracle EBS and integrated applications.
Deploy, upgrade, relocate, and decommission database servers in both on-premises and cloud environments.
Provide advanced technical support for Oracle EBS and Oracle database-related issues.

Platform Evolution & Project Participation

Support and maintain existing data platforms while helping drive adoption of modern technologies and architectures.
Participate in architecture discussions and influence product and platform roadmaps.
Define database strategies, architecture standards, and operational procedures to ensure the integrity and security of enterprise data.
Take ownership of new initiatives and contribute to the ongoing evolution of Zebra’s data platform capabilities.
Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while supporting mission-critical systems and services.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Oracle database administration.
Comprehensive experience with Oracle 19c (or newer) RAC environments on Linux/Unix, including:

Software installation
Database creation
Patching
Performance tuning
Backup and recovery

Expertise in Oracle EBS R12.2.x administration, including upgrades, migrations, and application support.
Strong experience managing the full lifecycle of Oracle WebLogic Server, including installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades.
Strong Linux/Unix administration and shell scripting experience.
Experience developing custom tools to automate, monitor, or support large-scale distributed systems.
Excellent troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
Strong collaboration, communication, and prioritization abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Oracle Cloud applications such as:

Oracle Fusion
Oracle Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)
Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)

Experience with Oracle Middleware technologies, including:

SOA Suite
Oracle Data Integrator (ODI)

Hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) services and architecture.
Understanding of modern cloud-based data platform technologies and architectures.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.