Eco-Life Employment Group
Senior Oracle DBA and Systems Architect
Eco-Life Employment Group, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Location:
Houston, TXDepartment:
IT Infrastructure / Database ArchitectureReports To:
Director of IT InfrastructureType:
Full-Time, PermanentJob Summary:Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Oracle DBA and Systems Architect to lead their Oracle database and UNIX/Linux systems architecture. This role combines advanced expertise in Oracle Database Administration and Linux Systems Architecture to drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of our Oracle environments on UNIX/Linux platforms. The ideal candidate will work on both architectural and hands-on levels, ensuring robust, high-performance, and scalable solutions. This position also involves leading a team of database and systems engineers to advance strategic projects, optimize performance, and ensure the security and reliability of critical infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Architect, design, and implement Oracle database solutions on UNIX/Linux platforms, focusing on performance, scalability, and security.Lead and mentor a team of DBAs and systems engineers in both project and operational tasks, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing.Oversee database infrastructure planning and capacity management, ensuring system resilience, availability, and effective failover solutions.Manage Oracle database installations, configurations, patching, and upgrades, ensuring optimal integration with Linux/UNIX systems.Design, implement, and optimize Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters), Data Guard, GoldenGate, and other high-availability and disaster recovery solutions.Develop and enforce security best practices for Oracle databases, including encryption, access controls, and compliance with industry standards.Drive automation efforts using tools such as Ansible and shell scripting to streamline database and system provisioning, maintenance, and monitoring.Perform advanced performance tuning at both the database and operating system levels, implementing proactive monitoring and alerts to minimize downtime.Collaborate with Cloud, DevOps, and Application teams to support hybrid cloud deployments and ensure optimal database and systems integration.Troubleshoot complex issues across Oracle databases and UNIX/Linux systems, leading root cause analysis and implementing preventive measures.Stay current with Oracle database advancements, emerging technologies, and industry best practices, evaluating potential improvements for our infrastructure.Required Skills and Experience:10+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA, with at least 5 years in an architectural or lead role.Expertise in Oracle Database 12c, 19c, and other recent versions, including installation, configuration, and administration.Deep understanding of UNIX/Linux systems architecture, especially Oracle Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).Extensive experience with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, GoldenGate, and advanced clustering/high-availability technologies.Proficiency with performance tuning at both database (SQL tuning, indexing strategies) and OS levels, along with database monitoring tools (e.g., Oracle Enterprise Manager).Advanced skills in backup and recovery strategies, including RMAN configuration and troubleshooting.Knowledge of security practices for Oracle databases, including encryption, user privileges, and compliance (e.g., SOX, HIPAA).Experience with cloud environments (e.g., Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, AWS, or Azure) and supporting hybrid database architectures.Proficiency with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) and scripting languages (Shell, Python) to automate database and system tasks.Proven leadership experience in managing or mentoring DBA and engineering teams.Strong understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing) in relation to Oracle database environments.Preferred Qualifications:Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Oracle Certified Master (OCM), or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).Experience integrating Oracle databases into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for database deployment.Familiarity with ITIL practices and project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).SALARY IS D.O.E.
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Houston, TXDepartment:
IT Infrastructure / Database ArchitectureReports To:
Director of IT InfrastructureType:
Full-Time, PermanentJob Summary:Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Oracle DBA and Systems Architect to lead their Oracle database and UNIX/Linux systems architecture. This role combines advanced expertise in Oracle Database Administration and Linux Systems Architecture to drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of our Oracle environments on UNIX/Linux platforms. The ideal candidate will work on both architectural and hands-on levels, ensuring robust, high-performance, and scalable solutions. This position also involves leading a team of database and systems engineers to advance strategic projects, optimize performance, and ensure the security and reliability of critical infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Architect, design, and implement Oracle database solutions on UNIX/Linux platforms, focusing on performance, scalability, and security.Lead and mentor a team of DBAs and systems engineers in both project and operational tasks, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing.Oversee database infrastructure planning and capacity management, ensuring system resilience, availability, and effective failover solutions.Manage Oracle database installations, configurations, patching, and upgrades, ensuring optimal integration with Linux/UNIX systems.Design, implement, and optimize Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters), Data Guard, GoldenGate, and other high-availability and disaster recovery solutions.Develop and enforce security best practices for Oracle databases, including encryption, access controls, and compliance with industry standards.Drive automation efforts using tools such as Ansible and shell scripting to streamline database and system provisioning, maintenance, and monitoring.Perform advanced performance tuning at both the database and operating system levels, implementing proactive monitoring and alerts to minimize downtime.Collaborate with Cloud, DevOps, and Application teams to support hybrid cloud deployments and ensure optimal database and systems integration.Troubleshoot complex issues across Oracle databases and UNIX/Linux systems, leading root cause analysis and implementing preventive measures.Stay current with Oracle database advancements, emerging technologies, and industry best practices, evaluating potential improvements for our infrastructure.Required Skills and Experience:10+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA, with at least 5 years in an architectural or lead role.Expertise in Oracle Database 12c, 19c, and other recent versions, including installation, configuration, and administration.Deep understanding of UNIX/Linux systems architecture, especially Oracle Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).Extensive experience with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, GoldenGate, and advanced clustering/high-availability technologies.Proficiency with performance tuning at both database (SQL tuning, indexing strategies) and OS levels, along with database monitoring tools (e.g., Oracle Enterprise Manager).Advanced skills in backup and recovery strategies, including RMAN configuration and troubleshooting.Knowledge of security practices for Oracle databases, including encryption, user privileges, and compliance (e.g., SOX, HIPAA).Experience with cloud environments (e.g., Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, AWS, or Azure) and supporting hybrid database architectures.Proficiency with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) and scripting languages (Shell, Python) to automate database and system tasks.Proven leadership experience in managing or mentoring DBA and engineering teams.Strong understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing) in relation to Oracle database environments.Preferred Qualifications:Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Oracle Certified Master (OCM), or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).Experience integrating Oracle databases into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for database deployment.Familiarity with ITIL practices and project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).SALARY IS D.O.E.
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