Location: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote)
Duration: 12 Months
Location - Columbia, SC
We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to support enterprise Oracle database environments in a hybrid work model. This role requires deep hands-on expertise in Oracle database administration, performance tuning, high availability, backup and recovery, and close collaboration with application development and operations teams.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical depth, excellent communication skills, and experience working within structured IT service and development frameworks.
Administer, maintain, and support Oracle Database 11g and 12c environments
Perform full lifecycle database management including installation, configuration, monitoring, tuning, and optimization
Analyze database performance and implement improvements for stability, scalability, and efficiency
Plan and execute database scaling and capacity planning activities
Design and support database schemas, data models, indexing strategies, and optimization techniques
Configure and support high availability and disaster recovery solutions including Oracle Data Guard
Deploy and manage Oracle Enterprise Manager, Oracle ASM, Oracle ACFS, and Oracle GoldenGate
Perform and manage RMAN backup and recovery operations
Collaborate closely with development teams to support application releases and database changes
Support environments aligned with SDLC best practices
Participate in operational processes aligned with ITIL / ITSM / Managed Services / DevOps / SOA models
Produce and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures
Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business-related field
7+ years of experience in a development or service administration role
5+ years of hands-on Oracle Database Administration experience
Strong knowledge of Oracle database architecture, physical structures, and performance analysis
Experience with database design, data modeling, indexing, and tuning
Proven experience working closely with application development teams
Hands-on experience with Oracle GoldenGate, Oracle installations, and Oracle RAC
Strong experience performing and configuring RMAN backup and recovery
Exposure to ITIL / ITSM / Managed Services / DevOps / SOA operational models
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Hybrid work schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
Enterprise-scale Oracle database environments