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Direcstaff

Oracle Database Administrator

Las Vegas, NV

$48.50 - $66/hr

Seeking a Database Administration and providing on-call support. Key Responsibilities: * Manage and support Oracle databases across development, testing, and production. * Perform database ...

360 IT Professionals

Oracle DBA

Ridgeland, MS

$42.25 - $57.50/hr

Experience in instance/database creation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting problems on Oracle DBA * In-Depth knowledge of database maintenance * Supported the Database Recovery ...

Infojini Inc

Database Administration

Saint Paul, MN

Database Administration Location: St. Paul, MN Duration: 6+ months Client: Direct Client Roles and ... Qualifications REQUIRED SKILLS: 10 years' experience working with Oracle databases 8 years ...

CDIT LLC

Sr. Oracle Database Administrator

Columbia, MD · On-site

$49.50 - $67.25/hr

Proficiency in Linux administration and shell scripting * Experience supporting multi-site observer ... Role - Sr. Oracle Database Administrator with 10+ years Oracle database administration experience ...

Palnar

Sr. Oracle Postgre SQL DBA

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$53.25 - $72.25/hr

Oracle Application DBA Advanced Oracle database administration skills and experience required. AWS cloud experience required Oracle 19c experience highly desired Good communication skills required ...

Saxon Global

ORACLE DBA

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$48.50 - $66/hr

Experience working in Database Administration for Oracle 10g, 11g, & 12c stand-alone and RAC environments on on Windows 2008 R2 & Windows 2012 with a good working knowledge of AIX\Linux. Oracle ...

Akraya Inc.

Oracle DBA

San Ramon, CA

$56.75 - $77/hr

Only W2 The Oracle DBA will Provide support for DA on-call. He will Look for opportunities and work with other DBAs to improve efficiency in database administration, Review architecture and ...

IDEALFORCE LLC

Oracle DBA (28952)

Phoenix, AZ

$50.50 - $68.50/hr

Responsibilities include day to day administration of the various Oracle databases. Position recommends design, implementation and maintenance of databases; database middleware platform, database ...

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As of Jun 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for oracle database administration in the United States is $56.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.80 and $66.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Oracle Database Administrator, you need a strong background in database management, SQL, and Oracle database architecture, typically supported by a degree in computer science or related field and relevant Oracle certifications (like OCA or OCP). Proficiency with Oracle tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager, RMAN for backups, and performance tuning utilities is essential. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you proactively address issues and collaborate with teams. These skills are vital to ensure database reliability, security, and optimal performance in support of business operations.

What are some common challenges faced by Oracle Database Administrators, and how can they be addressed?

Oracle Database Administrators often encounter challenges such as managing database performance, ensuring data security, and handling complex upgrades or migrations. Performance tuning can require deep analysis of query execution and resource usage, while maintaining security demands constant vigilance against threats and regular patching. Collaboration with developers and IT teams is essential for troubleshooting issues and implementing best practices. Staying updated on Oracle's tools and regularly participating in training can help address these challenges effectively.

What is Oracle Database Administration?

Oracle Database Administration involves managing, maintaining, and securing Oracle database systems to ensure their availability, performance, and integrity. Database Administrators (DBAs) are responsible for tasks such as installation, configuration, upgrades, backup and recovery, performance tuning, and user management. They also ensure data security and compliance with organizational policies. Oracle DBAs play a crucial role in supporting business applications and minimizing downtime. Their expertise helps organizations efficiently manage large volumes of data and complex database environments.
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Infographic showing various Oracle Database Administration job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, and 39% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,548 per year, or $57 per hour.

SR ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR

Fayetteville's Hometown Utility

Fayetteville, NC

$99.52K - $131.12K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

About the Role

Fayetteville Public Works Commission is seeking a highly skilled Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to support and manage enterprise database environments across onpremise and cloud platforms. This role is responsible for ensuring the performance, integrity, availability, and security of Oracle databases that support critical business operations.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a serviceoriented mindset, and the ability to independently troubleshoot complex issues while partnering with internal teams to deliver reliable system performance.

Key Responsibilities

Database Administration & Operations

  • Administer, maintain, and support Oracle databases across onpremise and DBaaS environments. 
  • Perform database installation, upgrades, patching, backups, and recovery.
  • Monitor database performance and tune systems to ensure optimal operation.
  • Manage data replication, refreshes, and overall configuration management.
  • Create and optimize complex queries, reports, and data extracts.

Performance, Security & Reliability

  • Maintain database integrity, security, and availability standards.
  • Develop and manage backup and recovery strategies using RMAN.
  • Implement and maintain disaster recovery (DR) and high availability (HA) solutions.
  • Proactively monitor systems and resolve issues in alignment with service level agreements (SLAs). 

Technical Support & Problem Resolution

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex database issues across multiple environments.
  • Manage and escalate Oracle Service Requests (SRs) with Oracle Support as needed.
  • Support production and nonproduction environments, including change management activities.
  • Participate in system upgrades, testing, and technical design discussions.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

  • Partner with IT teams and business stakeholders to gather and document technical requirements.
  • Contribute to performance optimization, system enhancements, and technical projects.
  • Maintain documentation aligned with system lifecycle, standards, and best practices.
  • Communicate effectively with users and stakeholders regarding system performance and issue resolution. 

What You'll Bring

  • Strong experience with Oracle database platforms including 11g, 12c, 19c, and 21c, as well as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and DBaaS. 
  • Proficiency with Data Guard, Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), CRM/ERP databases, and Linux environments.
  • Expertise in performance tuning, troubleshooting, backup/recovery strategies, and database security.
  • Experience with scripting and data processing (SQL, PL/SQL, Python, Linux shell).
  • Strong understanding of change management and production support processes.
  • Excellent organization, analytical thinking, and problemsolving abilities.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Option A:

  • Bachelor's degree + 7 years database administration experience
    OR Associate degree + 11 years experience
    OR High school diploma + 15 years experience 

  • At least 1 year of lead experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

  • Oracle DBA certification
  • Experience with Oracle licensing and resource management
  • Experience supporting enterpriselevel ERP/CRM systems

Special Requirements

  • Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver's License Physical Requirements
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including extended computerbased work.

If you're an experienced Oracle DBA looking to contribute to a stable, missiondriven organization supporting critical public infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.

EMPLOYER'S RIGHTS: This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
  • PWC does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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