Oracle & SQL Database Administrator

TechDigital Group; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Princeton, NJ, is seeking an Oracle & SQL Database Administrator. Responsibilities include designing and implementing databases, optimizing performance, managing security, and providing support. Strong knowledge of Oracle 19c and SQL Server is essential. This role requires excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement 19c database structures and objects.
• Tune database performance and resolve bottlenecks.
• Manage backup and recovery protocols with RMAN.
• Implement user access controls and data security measures.
• Provide troubleshooting support for database issues.
• Administer installations and configurations of Oracle databases.
• Monitor database health and ensure maintenance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Oracle database concepts and architecture 19c database

Strong knowledge of SQL database concepts

Strong knowledge of APEX EBS

Proficiency in SQL Server

Experience with database performance tuning and optimization

Familiarity with database security best practices

Experience with backup and recovery procedures

Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Experience with Oracle tools (e.g., Oracle RAC, Data Guard), SSMS, Azure

Job description

Oracle & SQL Database Administrator

Key Responsibilities of an Oracle Database Professional:

• Database Design and Implementation 19c database
• Creating database structures, designing database objects (like tables, indexes, etc.), and ensuring the database architecture meets organizational needs.
• Performance Tuning
• Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, optimizing database queries, and ensuring efficient data access.
• Backup and Recovery, RMAN export datapump import datapump
• Security Management Implementing and maintaining access controls, user authentication, and data encryption to protect sensitive data.
• Troubleshooting and Support - Identifying and resolving database-related issues, providing support to users, and ensuring smooth operation of the database environment.
• Database Administration Installing, configuring, upgrading, and patching Oracle database software.
• Monitoring and Maintenance

Key Responsibilities of an SQL Database Professional:

• Database Support for Applications: Understand how applications use the database (schema, queries, procedures). Work with developers to optimize SQL queries and database access patterns.
• Ensure the database design supports business functionality and performance goals.
• Schema and Object Management: manage database objects: tables, views, indexes, stored procedures, triggers, etc. Apply changes to the schema during application upgrades or deployments.
• Performance Tuning: Monitor query performance using tools like SQL Profiler, Execution Plans, or DMVs. Recommend and implement indexing strategies. Assist in resolving performance issues affecting applications.
• Release and Deployment Support: Review and execute database scripts as part of application release cycles.
• Security and Access Control: Manage roles, users, and permissions aligned with application needs. Ensure application users follow the principle of least privilege.
• Backup, Recovery, and Data Integrity: Perform backup and restore in the various databases. Support data recovery for application-level issues (e.g., restore a single table or record). Validate integrity of business-critical data.
• Monitoring and Incident Response: Monitor database health and respond to incidents affecting application performance. Help troubleshoot application errors related to the database.
• Provide support during outages or maintenance windows.

Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of Oracle database concepts and architecture 19c database.
• Strong knowledge of SQL database concepts and architecture of database.
• Strong knowledge of APEX EBS.
• Proficiency in SQL Server.
• Experience with database performance tuning and optimization.
• Familiarity with database security best practices.
• Experience with backup and recovery procedures.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with specific Oracle tools and technologies (e.g., Oracle RAC, Data Guard), SSMS and Azure may also be required.