Sr. Oracle Database Administrator

Seneca Resources; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Competitive pay

Job summary

A staffing and consulting firm is seeking a Senior Oracle Database Administrator to provide 24x7 production support for Oracle databases. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience and strong skills in performance tuning, automation, and database management. This role offers the flexibility of remote work within U.S. time zones and involvement in high-availability environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on Oracle DBA experience in enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle database architecture and best practices.
• Expertise in database performance tuning and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level Oracle database administration support.
• Perform installation, configuration, and upgrades of Oracle databases.
• Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery operations.

Skills

Oracle DBA experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration in teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Oracle 11g/12c/19c

PL/SQL

Shell scripting

AIX, UNIX, Linux

Job description

Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Location: Remote (Eastern, Central, or Mountain Time Zones – U.S. only)

Clearance Requirements: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (includes criminal, financial, and drug screening).

Position Status: Contract

Position Description: We are seeking an experienced Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to join a mission‑critical program supporting federal financial systems. This role involves providing 24x7 production and operational support for Oracle databases in Unix-based environments, with a focus on performance tuning, automation, and reliability.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with deep technical knowledge in Oracle 12c and 19c, experienced in RAC, ASM, RMAN, and TDE, and comfortable managing large-scale, secure database environments. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional technical teams to design, implement, and optimize database solutions that support enterprise applications in a high‑availability setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert‑level Oracle database administration support in production and development environments (AIX, UNIX, Linux).
• Perform installation, configuration, patching, tuning, and upgrades of Oracle databases (12c, 19c).
• Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery operations using RMAN and Data Pump.
• Monitor and resolve performance bottlenecks, ensuring system stability and reliability.
• Support database replication, partitioning, failover, and cloning activities.
• Implement and maintain security standards, including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE & TLS).
• Develop and maintain shell scripts and automation tools to streamline DBA tasks.
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and development teams to optimize database performance.
• Participate in on‑call rotation and support after‑hours maintenance or incident response as needed.

Required Skills & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field — or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of hands‑on Oracle DBA experience in enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle 11g/12c/19c database architecture and administration best practices.
• Proficiency in:
  • PL/SQL, SQL Plus, SQL Developer
  • AIX, UNIX, and Linux operating systems
  • Shell scripting for automation and maintenance
• Expertise in database performance tuning, recovery, replication, and patching.
• Experience supporting Java‑based applications with Oracle backends.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or similar cloud platforms.
• Exposure to DevOps tools and database automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with financial systems environments.

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.