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About the position Responsibilities • Independently administers Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostgreSQL databases across development, test, and production environments. • Monitors and tunes performance at the system, database, and SQL query level using OEM, SQL Profiler, and custom scripts. • Designs and implements database replication using Oracle GoldenGate and Microsoft SQL Server Always On or Mirroring. • Supports failover technologies such as Oracle Data Guard and Oracle ASM. • Performs advanced backup and recovery procedures using Oracle RMAN and SQL Server native tools, including restore testing and automation. • Manages schema changes, partitioning strategies, index optimization, and data lifecycle practices (ILM). • Develops automation and monitoring scripts in Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, PL/SQL, and T-SQL to reduce operational overhead. • Assists in strategic planning for capacity, licensing, and upgrade planning for large, multi-terabyte systems. • Provides cloud support for Oracle Database on Azure and Azure SQL environments. • Participates in planning and execution of disaster recovery tests and compliance audits. • Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) for database performance issues and complex incidents. • Coordinates with development teams and solution architects on data modeling, query optimization, and deployment best practices. • Develops and enforces database security policies, including encryption, role-based access, and compliance with NERC CIP and SSAE16 standards. • Contributes to enterprise-wide initiatives for data availability, disaster recovery, and hybrid cloud integration. • Collaborates with infrastructure teams on server performance, storage capacity planning, and backup strategy alignment. • Mentors junior and mid-level DBAs through peer reviews, training sessions, and project guidance. • Writes and maintains thorough documentation of architecture, processes, scripts, and troubleshooting procedures. • Leads or contributes to change, incident, and problem management processes following ITIL principles. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in database administration, including high-availability and performance-tuned environments. • Experience administering large, complex Oracle and SQL Server databases with active use of GoldenGate, RMAN, Data Guard, and OEM. • Demonstrated ability to resolve critical performance or availability issues under pressure. • Hands-on experience supporting cloud-based databases such as Azure SQL and Oracle DB on Azure platforms. • Strong technical background in scripting, automation, monitoring, and backup architecture. • Experience working across cross-functional teams, including development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and compliance. Nice-to-haves • Oracle OCP certification • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate • PostgreSQL Certified Professional Benefits • Flexible on-site schedules • Remote work options from Texas residence

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