What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Principal MySQL Database Administrator- Clearance Required position at Oracle?
Are you passionate about architecting and supporting robust, world-class database environments for some of the most critical and innovative missions in the U.S. Intelligence Community?
Oracle Government, Defense & Intelligence is seeking a highly skilled Senior Principal MySQL DBA to join our elite team, supporting dynamic projects and enabling next-generation data solutions for our clients.
This is a full time in office position and Applicants must currently reside in the Annapolis Junction, MD area.
MUST possess and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
Why Oracle?
At Oracle, you will join a collaborative environment that recognizes individual expertise and encourages continual growth. We offer opportunities to master emerging technologies while partnering with colleagues who value excellence and innovation.
Qualifications:
Disclaimer:Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.
Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only
US: Hiring Range in USD from: $87,000 to $178,100 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - IC3
Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do:
- Lead database design, modeling, and architecture efforts, translating complex customer requirements into scalable, high-performance MySQL solutions.
- Install, configure, and optimize new MySQL servers (versions 5.x and 8.x), ensuring adherence to Oracle and industry best practices.
- Analyze, troubleshoot, and tune database systems for peak performance, driving continuous improvements.
- Gather and interpret customer requirements for database migration, integration, and administration.
- Serve as a trusted advisor across delivery teams, ensuring robust and secure data management practices.
What We’re Looking For (MUST have):
MUST possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain an Active Top Secret/SCI with Poly.
- Extensive experience with MySQL database design, modeling, migration, troubleshooting, performance analysis, and tuning.
- Hands-on experience installing and configuring MySQL server environments (5.x and 8.x).
- Demonstrated ability to independently execute technical projects and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- COMPTIA Security Plus certification
- Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and analytical skills.
Preferred Experience (Not required):
- Experience designing and developing MySQL stored procedures.
- Upgrading MySQL database environments (major and minor versions).
- Administering MySQL account access, backups, and table spaces.
- Managing complex MySQL migrations.
- Monitoring MySQL server performance and executing proactive maintenance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience).
Come Join Us!
If you thrive on solving challenging data problems, driving mission impact, and working with top-tier professionals in a collaborative environment, Oracle welcomes your application!
Salary : $87,000 - $178,100
