Remote Senior Cloud DBA: Oracle/SQL/PostgreSQL & AI

EXL

Columbia (SC)

Remote

USD 100,000 - 110,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

EXL is seeking a Senior Cloud DBA Specialist to support Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL across production and non-production environments. This remote role requires expertise in large databases (>50 TB), performance tuning, and AI-enabled database optimization, with strong Linux and scripting skills.

Base salary ranges from $100K to $110K with annual target bonus. Telework is available nationwide in the US, CST preferred.

Qualifications

8+ years as a Senior DBA with Oracle, PostgreSQL, and other RDBMS, plus Linux infra management.
3+ years hands-on admin experience with DataBricks, Snowflake, Oracle APEX, AWS, Azure.
Hands-on Sr. DBA with Oracle (Single Instance/RAC, Multitenant, Active Data Guard), SQL Server, PostgreSQL.
RDBMS installations, patching, upgrades experience.
Performance tuning in SQL and PL/SQL.
Experience managing large databases (>50 TB).
Cloud technologies administration: AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks (Good to have).
Tools: Datadog, NewRelic, Oracle EM 13c+, Toad.
Strong Linux administration and scripting skills.
AI/GenAI technologies knowledge for automation, analytics, and DB optimization.
GenAI for operational efficiency and improved DevOps pipelines.
AI in cloud ecosystems (AWS AI, Azure Cognitive Services) for DB mgmt.
Cloud tech with S3 and file transfers.
Managing and upgrading Oracle APEX (Plus).
Knowledge of MongoDB and other RDBMS.
Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
Compliance management and audit support experience.
Ability to work independently and in teams.
Innovative mindset and strategic thinking.
Experience collaborating with development and product teams.
Ability to support team members when required.

Responsibilities

Support and manage Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL databases in production and non-production environments.
Install, configure, and monitor databases; ensure security and audit compliance.
Optimize performance (SQL/PLSQL), troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents within SLAs.
Design and implement data models, mirroring, and backup/recovery strategies.
Automate processes using Shell, PowerShell, T-SQL, PL/SQL, Perl.
Collaborate with application teams and vendors for database solutions and lifecycle management.
Provide 24x7 support, including on-call rotation and weekend coverage.
Stay current with industry trends, cloud technologies, and AI/GenAI advancements.