Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Verra Mobility; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Verra Mobility is seeking a Senior Oracle Database Administrator in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves maintaining and optimizing databases, managing Oracle resources, and ensuring data security. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience and strong knowledge of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. This position follows a hybrid work model, requiring in-office work 3 days a week. Join a dedicated team where you can make a significant impact while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Oracle database administration experience.
• 3+ years of experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement database architecture on Exadata systems.
• Manage installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades of Oracle databases.
• Perform backup and recovery using RMAN and Data Guard.

Skills

Oracle database administration

SQL tuning

Scripting (Python, Shell, Perl)

Troubleshooting

Linux OS administration

Education

BA in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Exadata

Oracle RAC

RMAN

OCI Goldengate

Job description

Position Overview

Senior Oracle Database Administrator (Sr. DBA) plays a critical role in maintaining and optimizing the databases that support our corporate and municipal clients. This position operates under the guidance of the Database Manager and collaborates closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable database solutions aligned with company initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design and implement database architecture on Exadata systems (X4-X10) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• Manage Oracle resources on Exadata systems, Autonomous Transaction Processing (ATP‑D), and OCI Goldengate.
• Oversee installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and maintenance of Oracle databases (19c or later).
• Perform backup and recovery using RMAN, Data Guard, and OCI‑native tools.
• Optimize performance—SQL tuning, indexing strategies, execution plan analysis, AWR/ASH reports.
• Configure and maintain Oracle Active Data Guard and disaster recovery environments.
• Perform duties related to migrating on‑prem Oracle databases into the Oracle Gov Cloud infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform/Resource Manager.
• Implement high availability strategies, autoscaling, and load balancing.
• Enforce database security policies such as encryption, auditing, access control, and vault key management.
• Manage user roles, privileges, authentication, and identity integration (On‑prem and OCI IAM/IDCS).
• Lead on‑premises Oracle DB migrations to OCI using Data Pump/Transportable Tablespaces, GoldenGate, RMAN backup/restore workflows.
• Manage OEM environment including patching, upgrades, etc.
• Analyze incidents, troubleshoot issues, and implement root‑cause fixes; resolve issues with external and internally developed database applications.
• Perform database cloning operations from production to test and development environments on on‑prem and OCI autonomous databases.
• Implement DDL/DML scripts in support of SCRUM application release cycles.
• Automate recurring tasks through a combination of SQL, PL/SQL, or scripting languages such as Perl, Bash, OCI CLI, Python, etc.
• Basic knowledge of and logical understanding of other databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL, MongoDB, etc.
• Assess and suggest opportunities for application and process improvement.
• Promote learning, understanding, and the general enablement of the DBA team.
• Set a professional example for the team through model behavior, superior performance, and proper attendance.
• Manage Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) for both data at rest and data in transit.

Qualifications

• BA in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 8+ years of Oracle database administration experience, with a focus on both on‑prem SQL Server and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• 3+ years of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) experience.
• Knowledge of SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL is preferred.
• Ability to own and manage tasks and/or projects with minimal direction.
• Ability to successfully troubleshoot issues and provide solutions with minimal direction.
• Ability to learn new technologies/applications with minimal direction.
• ‘Can do’ attitude toward solving problems and completing tasks.
• Capable of researching and resolving issues with technologies outside of core competency.
• Experience in Oracle RAC, ASM, Exadata (on‑prem or cloud), Active Data Guard, performance tuning, RMAN, OCI Goldengate Replication.
• Strong knowledge of Linux OS administration.
• Strong scripting skills such as OCI CLI, Python, Shell scripting, Perl, etc.
• Backup and all facets of recovery (simple restore, point‑in‑time recovery, etc.).

Personal Skills and Attributes

• Capable to research and resolve issues with technologies outside of core competency.
• Strong technical and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with minimal supervision within a global staffing environment.
• Proven analytical/problem‑solving skills irrespective of database technology.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with technical staff (applications development and technical services) and management.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Willing to support operations in a 24×7 environment, ensuring uptime and responsiveness.
• Ability to learn new technologies/applications with minimal direction.
• Extensive experience working in a team‑oriented, collaborative environment.
• Must be locally located and comfortable working a 3 days in‑office hybrid model and 2 days remote.

Verra Mobility Values

• Own It. We focus on high performance and drive toward breakthrough outcomes. Our employees ensure accountability, optimize, and align work, focus on the customer, and cultivate innovation.
• Do What's Right. We champion integrity and good character. Our team members model ethical behavior, demonstrate good judgment and are courageous.
• Choose Courage Over Comfort. We lean into conversations, decisions, and actions that move the business forward, even when they feel uncomfortable. We challenge assumptions, address issues early and prioritize progress over ease.
• Win Together. We believe in growing and inspiring people together. We seek people who collaborate, value differences, think and act globally, foster an engaging work environment, and recognize and develop others.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

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Verra Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.