Senior Database Specialist

EXL; Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

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.

Skills

Oracle RDBMS

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Linux admin

Shell scripting

GenAI in DB

AWS

Azure

Snowflake

Databricks

Oracle APEX

MongoDB

Toad

Oracle EM 13c

Datadog

New Relic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Datadog

New Relic

Oracle Enterprise Manager 13c+

Toad

Job description

Position: Sr. Cloud DBA SpecialistLocation: Remote (Anywhere in the U.S But CST Preferred.)

• Base salary range: $100K - $110K USD
• Work location: US Remote
• Total compensation includes base salary and annual target bonus
• To learn more about what we offer please visit us at

Critical Skills (Must Haves)

• Hands-on Sr. DBA experience with:
• Oracle (Single Instance/RAC, Multitenant, Active Data Guard)
• SQL Server
• PostgreSQL
• Expertise in RDBMS installations, patching, and upgrades
• Performance tuning in SQL and PL/SQL
• Experience managing large databases (>50 TB)
• Cloud technologies Administration experience: AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks (Good to have)
• Tools: Datadog, NewRelic, Oracle Enterprise Manager 13c+, Toad
• Strong Linux administration and scripting skills
• Knowledge and experience with AI/GenAI technologies (e.g., AI-driven automation, predictive analytics, database optimization using AI)
• Ability to leverage GenAI for operational efficiency, such as automating repetitive DBA tasks and enhancing DevOps pipelines.
• Exposure to AI in cloud ecosystems (AWS AI services, Azure Cognitive Services) for advanced database management.
• Cloud tech experience with S3 buckets 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

Key Responsibilities

• Support and manage Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL databases in production and non-production environments.
• Install, configure, and monitor databases; ensure compliance with security and audit standards.
• Optimize performance (SQL and PL/SQL), troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents within SLAs.
• Design and implement data models, mirroring, and backup/recovery strategies.
• Automate processes using scripting languages (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, emerging Cloud technologies, and AI/GenAI advancements.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience) .

Experience

• 8+ years as a Senior DBA with expertise in Oracle, PostgreSQL, and other RDBMS, along with Linux infrastructure management.
• 3+ years hands-on Administration experience with:
• DataBricks
• Snowflake
• Oracle APEX
• AWS
• Azure

EXL (NASDAQ: EXLS) is a leading data analytics and digital operations and solutions company. We partner with clients using a data and AI-led approach to reinvent business models, drive better business outcomes and unlock growth with speed. EXL harnesses the power of data, analytics, AI, and deep industry knowledge to transform operations for the world's leading corporations in industries including insurance, healthcare, banking and financial services, media and retail, among others. EXL was founded in 1999 with the core values of innovation, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect. We are headquartered in New York and have more than 54,000 employees spanning six continents. For more information, visit EXL never requires or asks for fees/payments or credit card or bank details during any phase of the recruitment or hiring process and has not authorized any agencies or partners to collect any fee or payment from prospective candidates. EXL will only extend a job offer after a candidate has gone through a formal interview process with members of EXL's Human Resources team, as well as our hiring managers.