Design, implement, and manage Oracle OCI environments, including database and middleware components
Administer Oracle Database (19c and 26ai), including Container and Pluggable Databases (CDB/PDB)
Perform database upgrades, migrations, and conversions, including 19c to 26ai transitions
Develop and maintain Oracle APEX applications and ORDS services
Configure and manage Oracle WebLogic Server environments (Fusion Middleware and WebLogic Suite)
Implement backup, recovery, and replication strategies using RMAN and Data Guard
Perform database performance tuning, monitoring, and optimization
Execute PSU patching using Fleet Management tools
Manage Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) Cloud Control for monitoring and administration
Perform PDB cloning and database lifecycle management
Maintain system documentation and operational procedures
Automate routine tasks using shell scripting, Ansible, and GitLab
Support CI/CD processes and integration with deployment pipelines
Utilize scripting languages such as Python and JavaScript for automation
Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support application deployment
Provide 24/7 production support, including participation in on-call rotation
Troubleshoot and resolve critical issues in a timely manner
Support high availability and disaster recovery planning and execution

Requirements

10+ years of experience with Oracle Database (11g)
6+ years of experience with Oracle Database (12c)
10+ years of experience in database backup, recovery, RMAN, and Data Guard
10+ years of experience in Oracle performance tuning, maintenance, and management
10+ years of experience providing on-call production support
10+ years of experience with Oracle database migration (Solaris to Linux, 11g/12c)
7+ years of experience with Oracle Grid Control (including version 13c)
6+ years of experience with Oracle Database 12c
5+ years of experience with Oracle APEX administration and support
10+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and related technologies
Strong proficiency in Linux/Unix and shell scripting
Experience with WebLogic administration (patching and maintenance)
Expertise in database security, performance tuning, and optimization
Ability to design high-availability and disaster recovery solutions
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to provide 24/7 support, including on-call rotation
Willingness to work after-hours and weekends based on workload
Must be willing and able to work onsite in Richmond, VA as required

Benefits

This is a **1099 Contract role**
Hourly Rate: **$45 – $65 per hour**
Hybrid work arrangement
Requires participation in on-call rotation
After-hours and weekend work required based on workload

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

Oracle Database 19cOracle Database 26aiContainer Database (CDB)Pluggable Database (PDB)Oracle APEXOracle WebLogic ServerRMANData GuardPythonJavaScript

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skills24/7 supportcollaborationwillingness to work after-hourswillingness to work weekends