SENIOR ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR - W2/1099 - APPLICANT MUST BE CURRENT NJ RESIDENT

NOTE: MUST BE ON OUR W2 OR 1099. C2C IS ALLOWED IF OWN CORPORATION ONLY. NOT ACCEPTING SUB-VENDORS.

Role: Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Location: Newark, NJ - Hybrid

Duration: 6 Months

Interview:  In-Person

Short Description:

This role requires deep technical mastery of Oracle Exadata, Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS), and complex Oracle database upgrades, including end-to-end migrations from 11g to 19c.  Local Candidates Only.  Onsite interview required.

Complete Description:

You will serve as a senior technical authority, driving architectural decisions, mentoring DBAs, and leading strategic initiatives such as cloud migration to OCI, Exadata Cloud Service, and hybrid cloud deployments. This is a role for someone who thrives on solving the hardest database challenges and shaping the future of mission-critical data platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Architecture:

·       Lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide database modernization initiatives, including upgrades, consolidation, and cloud migration.

·       Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance database solutions across on-prem Exadata and cloud platforms (OCI, ExaCS, ExaCC).

·       Define database standards, best practices, and governance frameworks.

·       Serve as a senior technical advisor to leadership on database strategy and technology roadmaps.

Database Upgrades & Modernization:

·       Own and lead full lifecycle Oracle upgrades from11g to 19c.

·       Oversee large-scale database consolidation and platform refreshes.

·       Ensure minimal downtime and high reliability during major upgrade and migration events.

Cloud Migration & Hybrid Architecture:

·       Lead the migration of on-prem Oracle workloads to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).

·       Design hybrid architectures integrating on-prem Exadata with cloud-based services.

·       Develop migration runbooks, automation scripts, and repeatable patterns for cloud adoption.

Exadata & E-Business Suite Expertise:

·       Provide senior-level support for Oracle Exadata, including storage cells, compute nodes, and performance tuning.

·       Oversee Oracle E-Business Suite R12 database operations.

·       Troubleshoot complex performance issues across Exadata, RAC, ASM, and EBS environments.

Performance Engineering & Optimization:

·       Lead advanced performance tuning efforts using AWR, ASH, ADDM, and SQL tuning.

·       Optimize high-volume OLTP and batch workloads.

·       Resolve deep-rooted performance bottlenecks across SQL, PL/SQL, storage, and system layers.

High Availability, DR & Security:

·       Architect and maintain enterprise-grade HA/DR solutions using Data Guard and Active Data Guard.

·       Ensure compliance with security standards, encryption, auditing, and regulatory frameworks.

·       Lead incident response for critical production issues.

Automation & Engineering Excellence:

·       Build automation frameworks using Shell, Python, Ansible, or Terraform.

·       Improve CI/CD pipelines for database deployments.

·       Champion operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Mentorship:

·       Mentor junior and mid-level DBAs.

·       Partner with application teams, infrastructure engineers, and cloud architects.

·       Communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

·       20 years of hands-on Oracle DBA experience.

·       Extensive experience upgrading Oracle databases from 11g to 19c.

·       Deep expertise with Oracle Exadata.

·       Strong experience supporting Oracle E-Business Suite R12.

·       Proven experience leading cloud migration initiatives.

·       Expert-level knowledge of RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, and OEM.

·       Strong SQL, PL/SQL, and Linux skills.

·       Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud architectures.

·       Familiarity with Terraform, Ansible, or cloud automation frameworks.

·       Knowledge of WebLogic or SOA Suite.

·       Oracle certifications (OCP, OCM, OCI Architect).

Soft Skills:

·       Strategic thinker with strong architectural instincts.

·       Excellent communication and leadership skills.

·       Ability to influence across teams.

·       Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills.

·       Ownership mindset focused on reliability and innovation.

Skill                                   Required / Desired                                 Amount of Experience

·       Oracle DBA experience – Required – 20 Years

·       Experience upgrading Oracle databases from 11g to 19c – Required – 6 Years

·       Expertise with Oracle Exadata – Required – 6 Years

·       Experience supporting Oracle E-Business Suite R12 – Required – 6 Years

·       Expert-level knowledge of RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, and OEM – Required – 6 Years

·       Strong SQL, PL/SQL, and Linux skills – Required – 6 Years