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A.C. Coy

Oracle/DB2 DBA (Hybrid)

Eagan, MN · On-site +1

$51.75 - $70.25/hr

This contract-to-hire position can be located in Raleigh, NC or Eagan, MN. * Expected schedule ... Proficiency in administering databases across Linux, IBM Mainframe, and Microsoft Windows ...

Quality Support, Inc.

Software/AI Engineer II

Virginia, MN · On-site

$93K - $128K/yr

THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD. Software/AI Engineer Job Responsibilities ... Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux tools * Experience developing Bash scripts to automate ...

MM International

Senior Firmware Engineer

Eagan, MN · On-site

$121K - $161K/yr

Senior Firmware Engineer Duration: 3-6 month contract Location: Eagan, MN- Fully onsite - 5 days ... Embedded Linux - this is more of a legacy framework that they are moving away from Serial ...

Apex Informatics

Production Support Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$43.75 - $57.25/hr

... Months (Contract Position) Skills: Required Qualifications: 4+ years of Systems Engineering ... Experience supporting an enterprise-level environment including Windows and Linux Strong verbal ...

AYR Global IT Solutions Inc

UI Developer

Richfield, MN

$51.75 - $67.25/hr

Role: UI Developer Duration: 6+ Months Contract Location: Richfield, MN Qualifications Required ... Linux) command line Task runners such as Grunt or Gulp Javascript, Node Preferred Experience:

Performix

Electronics Technician (W2 Only)

Edina, MN · On-site

Sufficient Python and Linux proficiency to maintain test automation independently. A formal ... A minimum of three years in an industry hardware role (manufacturing, R&D, contract electronics, or ...

Actalent

Embedded Software Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

$48 - $60/hr

Excellent knowledge of embedded systems, embedded Linux, and real-time operating systems ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN. Pay and ...

Mimecast

Senior Software Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$127K - $168K/yr

Design and develop core capabilities for our Windows, macOS, and Linux agents throughout the ... contracts, with the discipline to maintain and evolve long-lived code. * A security mindset that ...

Mimecast

Senior Software Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$127K - $168K/yr

Design and develop core capabilities for our Windows, macOS, and Linux agents throughout the ... contracts, with the discipline to maintain and evolve long-lived code. * A security mindset that ...

Mimecast Limited

Senior Software Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$127K - $168K/yr

Design and develop core capabilities for our Windows, macOS, and Linux agents throughout the ... contracts, with the discipline to maintain and evolve long-lived code. * A security mindset that ...

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SV Tech Systems Inc

Java Developer

Richfield, MN · On-site

$52.75 - $68.25/hr

... : 6 months Contract Business Overview: Tell me about your department: -Payment Team enable new ... Linux. 2+ years' experience in building applications on the Spring Framework Stack 2+ years ...

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As a Linux Contract professional, your daily responsibilities often include server setup and configuration, system monitoring, performance tuning, and deploying updates or patches. You'll regularly diagnose and resolve technical issues, collaborate with development or DevOps teams to support application deployments, and document system changes to maintain transparent operations. Depending on the scope of the contract, you may also automate processes using scripting and ensure security compliance across Linux environments. This dynamic and hands-on work environment requires both technical depth and the ability to quickly adapt to customer and project needs.

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Infographic showing various Linux Contract job openings in Minnesota as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,693 per year, or $54.2 per hour.

Oracle/DB2 DBA (Hybrid)

Eagan, MN • On-site, Remote

A.C. Coy
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$51.75 - $70.25/hr

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Key responsibilities

  • Perform complex activities supporting Oracle RDBMS, IBM DB2, Oracle eBusiness Suite, and Postgres, including database patching, deployments, and troubleshooting.

  • Manage and maintain Oracle and DB2 production environments, including upgrades, patching, vulnerability remediation, performance tuning, and high-availability troubleshooting.

  • Support and ensure the integration and performance of Oracle eBusiness Suite applications, including upgrades, patching, and issue resolution.

Job description

Overview
  • Tier One Technologies is seeking a skilled Database Administrator with Oracle and DB2 experience to support our US Government client.
  • This contract-to-hire position can be located in Raleigh, NC or Eagan, MN.
  • Expected schedule: Thursday - Monday from 11:30 PM EST to 8:30 AM EST.
  • SELECTED CANDIDATES WITHOUT REQUIRED CLEARANCE WILL BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO RECEIVE IT.
Responsibilities
  • Perform complex functional activities in support of Oracle RDBMS products and services, IBM DB2, Oracle eBusiness Suite, and Postgres that will include database patching, deployments and troubleshooting.
  • Oracle support:
    • Upgrade, install, patch, and remediate vulnerabilities in Oracle RDBMS products and services on Linux servers.
    • Manage and maintain a complex Oracle RDBMS production environment.
  • IBM DB2 Support:
    • Install, upgrade, patch, and remediate vulnerabilities in IBM DB2 databases on Mainframe systems, Linux and Windows servers.
    • Manage and maintain DB2 production environments including performance tuning and query optimization.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve DB2-related issues in high-availability environments
  • Oracle eBusiness Suite Support:
    • Upgrade, install, patch, and remediate vulnerabilities in Oracle eBusiness Suite applications on Linux servers.
    • Ensure the integration and performance of Oracle eBusiness Suite with other systems.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Oracle eBusiness Suite.
  • Work on high-visibility, or mission critical aspects of a given program, and performs all functional duties independently.
  • Oversee the efforts of direct reporting resources and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
Qualifications
  • A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the degree is not in the applicable field, then 4 additional years of related experience is required.
  • 13+ years of experience in database administration, production support, and performance optimization.
  • 6+ years of hands-on Oracle production DBA experience, including Oracle RMAN, Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), and Real Application Clusters (RAC).
  • 4+ years of IBM DB2 production DBA experience supporting enterprise database environments.
  • Proven expertise managing Oracle RDBMS, IBM DB2, Oracle E-Business Suite, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL databases.
  • Strong understanding of database architecture, design, performance tuning, query optimization, backup and recovery, and high availability.
  • Proficiency in administering databases across Linux, IBM Mainframe, and Microsoft Windows environments.
  • Extensive experience supporting and maintaining large-scale, multi-node Oracle RAC environments.
  • Hands-on experience installing, configuring, administering, and supporting PostgreSQL database environments.
  • Must be flexible and willing to work on-call, overnights and weekends as needed.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be a US Citizen or Permanent US Resident (Green Card Holder).
  • Must be able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
  • Be able to pass a drug screening, criminal history, and credit checks.
  • Must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
  • Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
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