database engineer sr- Oracle EBS

Starbucks; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Starbucks is looking for a Senior Database Engineer experienced in Oracle E-Business Suite to join their Enterprise Technology team. The role involves optimizing critical Oracle systems, implementing cloud migrations, and automation tasks while providing leadership and mentorship to junior staff. As a Senior Oracle DBA, you will ensure robust database performance and scalability, participate in critical project initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business needs.

Benefits

100% tuition coverage through College Achievement Plan

Health coverage with a variety of plans

Equity reward program, Bean Stock

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for paid time off

Qualifications

• 4+ years supporting Oracle EBS R12 and Oracle RAC.
• 8+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA in enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives in database engineering and cloud migration.
• Automate database and application builds to reduce manual effort.
• Monitor and tune performance across database environments.

Skills

Terraform

Ansible

Oracle RAC

Oracle GoldenGate

Data Guard

SQL/PLSQL

Education

Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS)

Fusion Middleware

Job description

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Base pay range

$107,900.00/yr - $203,100.00/yr

Job Summary And Mission

Now Brewing – Database Engineering Professionals! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Oracle DBA to join Enterprise Technology team, focused on optimizing mission-critical Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) environments and supporting future ERP roadmap. This role requires deep expertise in Oracle RAC, GoldenGate, Data Guard, Fusion Middleware, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), along with strong automation skills using Terraform, Ansible, Shell.

You will lead initiatives in database engineering, cloud migration, automation, and high availability architecture, with a strong focus on performance, scalability, and resilience. Your ability to troubleshoot across the full stack—from Linux/Unix OS to middleware and database layers—will be essential.

This role includes participation in quarterly releases and occasional after-hours support, serving as an escalation point for critical incidents. You’ll also contribute to documentation, KPI reporting, and cross-functional collaboration, while mentoring junior team members and staying current with evolving Oracle technologies.

As a Senior Oracle DBA, you will…

• Provision and audit database access; apply security and backup/recovery procedures.
• Coordinate infrastructure needs (storage, computer, network) for provisioning.
• Automate database and application builds and maintains scripts to reduce manual effort.
• Support patching, updates, and critical fixes across environments.
• Document test procedures and maintain operational runbooks.
• Monitor and tune performance (memory, CPU, indexing).
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues across tiers.
• Serve as an escalation point for incidents and root cause analysis.
• Translate business and technical requirements into scalable database solutions.
• Contribute to technical design, implementation planning, and support models.
• Collaborate on infrastructure and application projects.
• Stay current with emerging database technologies and releases.
• Recommend improvements to architecture, tooling, and automation.
• Consult on database and middleware offerings for evolving needs.
• Maintain knowledge base articles and support documentation.
• Assist in KPI reporting, trend analysis, and remediation tracking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues.
• Guide junior DBAs and engineers including service providers on best practices.
• Contribute to team planning and prioritization.
• Engage with vendors and stakeholders to support delivery.
  
  

We’d Love To Hear From People With

• Hands-on experience with Terraform and Ansible.
• 4+ years supporting Oracle EBS R12 and Oracle RAC.
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) – DBA or EBS track.
• Experience with EBS on OCI or hybrid cloud environments.
• Exposure to OCI (compute, storage, networking, ATP).
• 8+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA in enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise in Oracle GoldenGate and Data Guard.
• Proficiency in Oracle Fusion Middleware administration.
• Advanced skills in RMAN, OEM, SQL/PLSQL, and Shell scripting.
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix system administration.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across the stack.
• Exposure to disaster recovery and high availability architectures.
  
  

From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock. What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Engineering

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Retail

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