Senior Oracle DBA

Symbotic

Senior Oracle DBA supporting database migration and modernization for enterprise systems. Focus on performance tuning and compliance in large-scale environments while ensuring stability and security.

Posted 7/1/2026contractRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Oracle Database Administration, including optimization, migration, performance tuning, and backup/recovery across various operating systems. Proven ability to manage complex database environments while ensuring security, compliance, and effective communication within teams.

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Oracle Database AdministrationDatabase OptimizationPerformance TuningBackup/Recovery PlanningSQL and Query Languages

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Hard Skills

Oracle Database 10gOracle Database 11gOracle Database 12cOracle Database 19cDatabase MigrationDatabase SecurityCapacity PlanningPerformance TuningData GuardRAC

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-Making SkillsEffective CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

WindowsLinuxUnixCloud-Based EnvironmentsOn-Premise EnvironmentsOracle Enterprise Manager

Industry Keywords

Database ArchitectureDBMS EnvironmentsIncident ManagementChange ManagementConfiguration Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudJavaLinuxOracleSQLUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and manage physical database architectures and DBMS environments
Perform database optimization, capacity planning, migrations, installations, and performance tuning
Administer and maintain Oracle databases (10g, 11g, 12c, 19c) in large multi-tenant environments
Design, build, and configure Oracle database servers across Windows, Linux, and Unix-based systems
Lead and support enterprise Oracle database migrations to newer versions (19c or higher)
Ensure database performance for enterprise applications (e.g., GIS, Java, and web-based systems)
Implement and maintain database security, auditing, and compliance controls
Support both cloud-based and on-premise database environments
Configure and manage advanced Oracle features (e.g., Data Guard, RAC, TDE, OEM)
Perform backup/recovery planning and execution
Troubleshoot complex database issues and provide expert-level support
Conduct systems analysis and contribute to technical solution design
Coordinate implementation of complex systems and assist with data refresh activities
Identify, assess, and communicate technical risks and mitigation strategies
Document technical work and ensure effective knowledge transfer

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in Database Administration or related IT roles
Strong experience with Oracle database technologies across multiple versions
Expertise in database optimization, migration, performance tuning, and backup/recovery
Experience working with multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix)
Experience with SQL and query languages
Familiarity with incident, change, and configuration management processes
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Proven ability to meet deadlines and collaborate within a team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities