Oracle Database Specialist

Kreative Technologies, LLC; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 53,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Kreative Technologies, LLC is seeking an Oracle Database Specialist to provide expert support for Oracle database environments. You will solve complex database problems, improve performance and advise teams on database design and best practices.

The ideal candidate is a deep technical expert who enjoys hard problems and acts as the go-to resource for database questions across projects. 7+ years of experience and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Oracle database experience across administration and development.
• Expert knowledge of Oracle architecture, SQL and PL/SQL.
• Experience with performance tuning tools such as AWR, ASH and SQL Tuning Advisor.
• Experience with Oracle RAC, Data Guard or similar high availability tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the technical expert for Oracle database design, performance and security.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex database and performance issues.
• Reviews database designs, SQL and PL/SQL code for quality and efficiency.
• Plans and supports database upgrades, migrations and consolidations.
• Recommends standards, tools and best practices for Oracle environments.
• Supports high availability and disaster recovery planning.
• Mentors database administrators and developers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oracle architecture

SQL / PL/SQL

Performance tuning

Oracle RAC / Data Guard

Strong communication

Remote work

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology

Tools

AWR

ASH

SQL Tuning Advisor

Oracle RAC

Data Guard

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

AWS DB services

Job description

Job Title

Oracle Database Specialist

Contract Type

Full-Time

Location

Remote within the following locations: DC, FL, GA, MD, TX, VA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field required.

Overview

Kreative Technologies is looking for an Oracle Database Specialist to provide expert support for Oracle database environments. You will solve complex database problems, improve performance and advise teams on database design and best practices. The ideal candidate is a deep technical expert who enjoys hard problems. You should be comfortable acting as the go‑to resource for database questions across projects.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Serves as the technical expert for Oracle database design, performance and security.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex database and performance issues.
• Reviews database designs, SQL and PL/SQL code for quality and efficiency.
• Plans and supports database upgrades, migrations and consolidations.
• Recommends standards, tools and best practices for Oracle environments.
• Supports high availability and disaster recovery planning.
• Mentors database administrators and developers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of Oracle database experience across administration and development.
• Expert knowledge of Oracle architecture, SQL and PL/SQL.
• Experience with performance tuning tools such as AWR, ASH and SQL Tuning Advisor.
• Experience with Oracle RAC, Data Guard or similar high availability tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Continually required to use common office equipment including but not limited to computers, phones, scanners and printers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Master (OCM).
• Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure or AWS database services.
• Experience supporting federal government contracts.

Compensation

$53,192.88 - $59,103.20

Kreative Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. Kreative Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.