Oracle EBS Database Administrator DBA

cloudingest inc; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

cloudingest inc is seeking an experienced Oracle EBS Database Administrator for remote engagement in the United States. You will lead end-to-end upgrades from 12.1.x to 12.2.x, implement ADOP architecture, and perform comprehensive database tasks across production, test, and development environments.

The role requires deep EBS 12.2 knowledge, patching, RMAN, and security hardening, plus integration work with BI Publisher and APEX. Strong collaboration with functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of hands-on Oracle Database Administration experience
• At least one full-cycle EBS technical upgrade from R12.1.x to R12.2.x
• Strong knowledge of Oracle EBS 12.2 architecture and Online Patching (ADOP)

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technical execution of the Oracle EBS upgrade from Release 12.1.3 to 12.2.14 (or latest)
• Implement and configure Online Patching (ADOP) architecture
• Perform database-level tasks: installation, patching, cloning, backup/recovery, tuning
• Support upgrade of BI Publisher, Oracle APEX, ECC foundation
• Coordinate CEMLI retrofit activities with technical teams
• Establish and validate performance baselines before/after upgrade
• Implement security hardening: CPUs, encryption, Data Guard/RAC as applicable
• Support SSO/IAM integration from DB standpoint
• Collaborate with Finance and SCM modules and troubleshoot upgrade issues
• Participate in test cycles and hypercare
• Maintain upgrade runbooks and knowledge transfer materials

Skills

Oracle DB Admin

EBS Upgrade

ADOP

WebLogic

RMAN

Performance Tuning

Backup/Recovery

EBS SCM

BI Publisher

Oracle APEX

AMS/AMP

Security Hardening

Troubleshooting

Tools

Oracle Database

WLS

ADOP

Job description

Oracle EBS Database Administrator DBA

Location: Remote

Oracle Database Administration 8 Yrs of Exp

EBS technical upgrade - 1 Full Cycle Upgrade

Oracle APEX installation 5 Yrs of Exp

Oracel EBS 7 Yrs of Exp -

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technical execution of the Oracle EBS upgrade from Release 12.1.3 to 12.2.14 (or latest), including pre-upgrade readiness assessments, upgrade execution, and post-upgrade validation
• Implement and configure Online Patching (ADOP) architecture as part of the 12.2 upgrade
• Perform database-level tasks including installation, patching, cloning, backup/recovery, performance tuning, and capacity planning across Production, Test, and Development environments
• Support upgrade and configuration of dependent components BI Publisher, Oracle APEX, Enterprise Command Center (ECC) foundation
• Coordinate and execute CEMLI (Configuration, Extension, Modification, Localization, Integration) retrofit activities from a technical/database perspective, in partnership with functional and development teams
• Establish and validate performance baselines pre- and post-upgrade using industry-standard performance testing tools
• Implement security hardening measures including data encryption, application of Oracle Critical Patch Updates (CPUs), and database failover configuration (Data Guard/RAC as applicable)
• Support Single Sign-On (SSO) and Identity and Access Management (IAM) integration activities from a database/technical infrastructure standpoint
• Collaborate with functional teams supporting Financials (AP, AR, GL, Cash Management, E-Business Tax) and SCM (Order Management, Procurement, Inventory, and Financials) to understand module dependencies and troubleshoot upgrade-related technical issues
• Participate in functional, regression, integration, and performance test cycles, providing technical support and defect resolution
• Support Hypercare and post-go-live stabilization activities
• Maintain detailed technical documentation, including upgrade runbooks, troubleshooting guides, and knowledge transfer materials

Required Qualifications

• 8-10 years of hands-on Oracle Database Administration experience, with at least one full-cycle EBS technical upgrade from R12.1.x to R12.2.x (12.2.14 or latest strongly preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of Oracle EBS 12.2 architecture, including Online Patching (ADOP), Weblogic Server (WLS), and dual file system concepts
• Proficiency in Oracle Database administration (11g/12c/19c as applicable) installation, patching, performance tuning, backup/recovery (RMAN), and troubleshooting
• Practical, working-level understanding of Oracle EBS SCM modules (Order Management, Procurement, Inventory & Financials)
• Experience with BI Publisher upgrade/configuration and Oracle APEX installation
• Familiarity with Oracle Application Management Suite/Pack (AMS/AMP) for monitoring and incident management
• Experience applying Oracle Critical Patch Updates (CPUs) and general security hardening practices
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills across database, application, and integration layers

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with SSO/IAM integration for Oracle EBS
• Experience supporting global, multi-ledger, multi-site EBS environments
• Familiarity with Oracle Unified Method (OUM) or similar structured upgrade/implementation methodology
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical detail into business-relevant impact for functional and business stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively in a structured, phase-gated delivery environment (Assessment Build Test Cutover Hypercare)
• Strong collaboration skills across DBA, functional, development, and infrastructure teams
• Note: The role requires primarily technical/DBA-level familiarity with SCM and Financials modules (understanding data flows, dependencies, and upgrade impact) rather than functional configuration