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Cloud Operational DBA

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$51.25 - $69.50/hr

Experience with database administration in Oracle, SQL Server and associated using high ... * DBA focus on * Monitoring and alerting * Incident response * Performance tuning * Locking ...

Pwc

Oracle HCM Cloud - Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$99K - $232K/yr

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Oracle Management Level Manager & Summary A career in our ... DBA. Identifying and addressing client needs: building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of ...

Prophecy Technologies

Oracle DBA

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$50.50 - $68.50/hr

Role Description: • Strong hands-on experience as a DBA with very good knowledge of SQL and database performance tuning. • Good understanding and practical experience in Change Data Capture (CDC ...

vaaridatech

Actimize App DBA

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$50.50 - $68.50/hr

Role - Actimize App DBA Location - Remote - Phoenix AZ Job type- Full Time Employment only Below ... Strong experience with Oracle Database and/or Microsoft SQL Server . * Hands-on experience ...

Ryde Technologies, LLC

Cloud DBA

Phoenix, AZ

This role focuses on Amazon RDS for Oracle, Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL, and Amazon RDS for SQL Server ... Administer and support Amazon RDS and Aurora environments across Oracle, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server ...

Ryde Technologies, LLC

Cloud DBA

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

This role focuses on Amazon RDS for Oracle, Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL, and Amazon RDS for SQL Server ... Administer and support Amazon RDS and Aurora environments across Oracle, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server ...

Ryde Technologies, LLC

Cloud DBA

Phoenix, AZ

This role focuses on Amazon RDS for Oracle, Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL, and Amazon RDS for SQL Server ... Administer and support Amazon RDS and Aurora environments across Oracle, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server ...

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What is an Oracle Admin?

Oracle Admins, also known as Oracle Database Administrators (DBAs), are IT professionals responsible for managing Oracle databases. Their main duties include installing, configuring, maintaining, and monitoring database systems to ensure their availability, security, and performance. Oracle Admins also perform regular backups, troubleshoot issues, optimize database operations, and implement security measures to protect data. They play a crucial role in supporting business applications that rely on Oracle databases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Oracle Admin?

To thrive as an Oracle Admin, you need a solid understanding of database management, SQL, backup and recovery strategies, and typically a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with Oracle Database tools (such as Oracle Enterprise Manager), RMAN, and certifications like Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) are highly valued. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities ensure the reliability, security, and performance of critical database systems in enterprise environments.

What are the most common challenges faced by Oracle Admins when managing large-scale database environments?

Oracle Admins often encounter challenges such as ensuring high availability, optimizing performance, and managing security across large, complex database systems. Handling regular backups, patching, and monitoring for potential issues requires a proactive approach and strong troubleshooting skills. Additionally, coordinating with development and infrastructure teams to support application requirements and minimize downtime is a key aspect of the role. Staying updated with Oracle's evolving features and best practices is important for long-term success.

What is the difference between Oracle Admin vs Database Administrator?

AspectOracle AdminDatabase Administrator
CertificationsOracle Certified Associate (OCA), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)Oracle certifications often preferred, but broader database certifications accepted
Work EnvironmentPrimarily Oracle database environments, often in enterprise settingsVarious database systems, including Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, in diverse industries
ResponsibilitiesManage Oracle database installation, configuration, tuning, and backupsDesign, implement, and maintain databases, ensure data integrity and security
Industry UsageCommon in organizations heavily reliant on Oracle productsWidespread across industries with multiple database platforms

While both roles involve database management, Oracle Admins specialize in Oracle databases, focusing on Oracle-specific tools and features. Database Administrators have a broader scope, managing various database systems across different environments. The choice depends on the organization's database infrastructure and required expertise.

What does an Oracle administrator do?

An Oracle administrator manages and maintains Oracle database systems, ensuring their performance, security, and availability. They perform tasks such as database installation, configuration, backup and recovery, user management, and troubleshooting, often using tools like Oracle Enterprise Manager. Strong knowledge of SQL, PL/SQL, and database architecture is essential for this role.
Oracle Admin jobs near you
Infographic showing various Oracle Admin job openings in Arizona as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 60% In-person, 20% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution.

Cloud Operational DBA

Scottsdale, AZ • On-site

1 point system
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$51.25 - $69.50/hr

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Job description

IMP NOTE:-

  • Weekend Schedule (ONSITE): These candidates will work 6 am – 6 pm on both Saturday and Sunday (24 hours in total and then they would pick two other days to work during the week to hit the 40 hours)
  • They should have AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification. It is the first Certification for basic AWS knowledge.  If they don’t have it, they will need to get it during the trial period.

Job Description:

  • Three to five years database administrator, data modeling, business systems analyst, development, or related work experience. Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification
  • Experience with database administration in AWS for Postgres, DynamoDB, MySQL, and RedShift with highly available environments and failover/ DR solutions.
  • Experience with database administration in Oracle, SQL Server and associated using high availability (Oracle RAC, SQL Server Availability Groups) and disaster recovery tools (Oracle Dataguard).

Nice to Have:

  • Linux system administration, including Redhat-based systems like Centos or Oracle Linux, monitoring systems - developing scripts and using applications to monitor systems and databases and Support development teams in tasks related to database including performance tuning, DB migration to new platform, assistance to DB query and structure definition.
  • Oracle and/or SQL Server Certification
  • Project Details/Why is this req open?
    • Current team has an on call schedule to cover weekend shifts
    • 24/7 support is needed for what they support
    • DBA focus on
      • Monitoring and alerting
      • Incident response
      • Performance tuning
      • Locking/blocking investigation
      • Cloud incident management via AWS console
  • Top Must-Haves:
    •  Cloud database knowledge:
    • AWS databases: Aurora, DynamoDB, Redshift (do not need all of these)
    • Use of the AWS console
    • Relational database management (Oracle or SQL Server)
    • Database performance tuning
    • Backup/recovery (more-so on-prem systems)
    • SQL