Database Administrator

Cayuse Holdings

. Perform advanced database administration and management functions in support of highly complex applications characterized by sophisticated data models, multi-stage workflows, and extensive reporting requirements.

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $108,160 - $153,920 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudLinuxOracleUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform advanced database administration and management functions in support of highly complex applications characterized by sophisticated data models, multi-stage workflows, and extensive reporting requirements.
Provide expert leadership in the design, development, maintenance, optimization, and migration of integrated database systems, ensuring that applications conform to enterprise structural and security standards.
Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Oracle databases and supporting infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and availability.
Lead migration efforts from on-premises Oracle databases to Oracle Cloud, including integration with cloud-based storage.
Automate and enhance workflow efficiency by transitioning cron jobs to Oracle Database Jobs.
Monitor database health, tune performance, and manage storage capacity, addressing bottlenecks as needed.
Implement and manage strategies for backup, restoration, disaster recovery, and data security.
Administer Oracle GoldenGate for data replication and synchronization.
Direct database changes, review programs, and provide technical support to programmers, analysts, and users.
Ensure database interfaces and reporting comply with accessibility standards.
Evaluate and integrate user data requests, maintaining data integrity and minimizing redundancy.
Perform logical and physical data modeling, and maintain standardized data definitions.
Assist with database software installation, testing, and selection.
Develop, enforce, and adhere to database administration standards, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years of experience with DB2 Databases.
8 years of experience with DB2 licensing passport advantage.
2 years of experience in AIX/ UNIX/ Linux Platforms.
2 years of experience with Shell Programming/ scripting.
Must be able to pass a background check.
May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to build trust and maintain relationships across technical and business teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off

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Hard Skills & Tools

Oracle databasesDB2 databasesAIXUNIXLinuxShell programmingdata modelingdatabase administrationdisaster recoverydata security

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsverbal communicationwritten communicationorganizational skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsmultitaskingadaptabilityself-motivationrelationship building