Senior Database Administrator (Oracle Applications)

Cheniere Energy; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheniere Energy seeks a Senior Database Administrator (Oracle Applications) to lead install, admin, upgrade, and performance tuning of Oracle databases and apps. You will support development, test, and production environments, perform patches and migrations, and document configurations and standards.

The role requires 5+ years in Oracle Applications DBA, Oracle E‑Business Suite experience, and strong knowledge of RMAN, Linux, and Oracle Web/SSO tooling. Evening/on-call work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related discipline; equivalent training considered.
• Minimum five years as an Oracle Applications DBA with a proven track record.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle E-Business Suite (R12).
• Experience cloning R12 instances and applying patches for Apps modules.
• Familiarity with Oracle web server, Form server, Concurrent processing server, and Apache.
• Knowledge of Oracle Access Management, Identity Management, and SSO.

Responsibilities

• Install, administer, upgrade, migrate and tune Oracle Databases and Applications releases.
• Manage multiple Dev, Test and Production Oracle environments and perform code migrations.
• Provide documentation on database systems, configurations, and standards.
• Support 24/7 applications with backup and recovery best practices.
• Collaborate with IT application teams to meet database requirements.
• Participate in on-call rotation and occasional nights/weekends.

Skills

Oracle DBA

Communication

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Linux

Shell scripting

Documentation

Security

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or Computer Science

Tools

Oracle Enterprise Manager

RMAN

Shell scripting

Linux

Job description

The Senior Database Administrator (Oracle Applications) reports to the Manager, Database Administration and is responsible for the installation, administration, upgrade, migration, implementation, and performance tuning of various Oracle Databases and Applications releases.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage and support multiple Development, Test and Production environments on Oracle applications.
• Perform clones, patching, and code migrations as necessary to support business requirements.
• Provide and maintain comprehensive documentation on database systems, configurations, processes and standards.
• Support 24/7 applications with strong understanding of backup and recovery best practices.
• Collaborate with the IT application teams to ensure database requirements are met.
• Protect data integrity and security through access control and regular security reviews.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation and work nights and weekends as needed.

KNOWLEDGE

• Strong level of knowledge in installation and maintenance of Oracle Applications and Oracle Databases.
• Experience installing, upgrading, and supporting Oracle EBS.
• Knowledge of applying product specific patches and post-installation patches for different Apps modules.
• Strong experience and knowledge in configuration and support of Oracle web server, Form server, Concurrent processing server, and Apache web server.
• Knowledge of Oracle Access Management, Oracle Identity Management, and SSO.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS)

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline. May consider equivalent training and experience in lieu of degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as an Oracle Applications DBA, with a proven track record of successfully managing Oracle Applications environments.
• Hands on experience supporting Oracle E‑Business suite.
• Extensive experience with cloning R12 instances using all available cloning methods.
• Proficiency in applying product‑specific patches and post‑installation patches for various Oracle Applications modules.
• Familiarity with tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager.
• Implementation of comprehensive Backup/Restore mechanisms, such as RMAN and Shell scripting.
• Knowledge of Linux operating systems.
• Experience supporting Oracle RAC environments.
• Previous involvement in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning, testing, and execution.
• Ability to open, manage, and resolve Oracle SRs.
• Knowledge of MySQL a plus.

Skills:

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate across all organization levels and with individuals from diverse disciplines and levels of technical expertise.
• Detail oriented with effective time management and organizational skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills to support all personnel.
• Ability to collaborate effectively, lead projects, and manage multiple activities with accuracy and timeliness.
• Willingness and enthusiasm for learning new skills, technology, and adapting to different situations and conditions.
• Ability to perform professionally and effectively in high‑pressure environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.

DIRECT REPORTS

None

FREEDOM TO ACT

Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

WORK CONDITIONS

Work is primarily conducted in a typical office environment, subject to time pressures, constraints, and input from others. May encounter stressful situations. Subject to drug and alcohol testing as per applicable federal regulations. Occasional travel required to support disaster recovery testing. Ability to work outside normal workdays and standard office hours when necessary. Participate in on‑call rotation.

ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.