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CDIT LLC

Oracle Database Administrator

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$50.25 - $68.25/hr

Sr. Oracle Database Administrator with 10+ years Oracle database administration experience ... Required Skills: * 10 + years experience administering to, and engineering solutions with Oracle ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Oracle Database Engineer

Reston, VA

$86.80K - $198K/yr

Oracle Database Engineer The Opportunity : As an Oracle Database Engineer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end geospatial database solution in a fast, agile environment. If you're ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Oracle Database Engineer

Mclean, VA

$86.80K - $198K/yr

Oracle Database Engineer The Opportunity : As an Oracle Database Engineer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end geospatial database solution in a fast, agile environment. If you're ...

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How much do senior oracle database engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior oracle database engineer in the United States is $126,328.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Oracle Database Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Oracle Database Engineer, you need deep expertise in Oracle database architecture, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and strong SQL/PLSQL skills, usually supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with Oracle Enterprise Manager, RMAN, Data Guard, and certifications like Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) are highly valued. Advanced problem-solving, effective communication, and the ability to mentor junior staff are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure the reliability, security, and optimal performance of critical database systems that support business operations.

What are some common challenges Senior Oracle Database Engineers face when managing large-scale enterprise databases?

Senior Oracle Database Engineers often encounter challenges such as optimizing performance for complex queries, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery, and managing schema changes across multiple environments. They must also stay updated with Oracle's latest features and security patches, as well as collaborate closely with application developers and system administrators to troubleshoot issues and implement best practices. Proactive monitoring, automation, and clear communication with cross-functional teams are key to overcoming these challenges and maintaining robust database environments.

What is a Senior Oracle Database Engineer?

A Senior Oracle Database Engineer is an IT professional responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Oracle database systems within an organization. They ensure the databases are efficient, secure, and available, handling tasks such as performance tuning, backup and recovery, upgrades, and troubleshooting. Senior engineers often lead database projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with other teams to ensure data integrity and optimal application performance. Their expertise is vital for organizations that rely on Oracle databases to support their critical business operations.

What is the difference between Senior Oracle Database Engineer vs Oracle Database Administrator?

AspectSenior Oracle Database EngineerOracle Database Administrator
CertificationsOracle Certified Professional (OCP), Oracle Certified Expert (OCE)Oracle Certified Associate (OCA), OCP
Work EnvironmentDesigning, developing, and optimizing database solutionsManaging, maintaining, and troubleshooting databases
ResponsibilitiesImplementing new features, performance tuning, scriptingBackup, recovery, user management, security

While both roles require Oracle certifications and involve working with Oracle databases, the Senior Oracle Database Engineer focuses on designing and optimizing database systems, whereas the Oracle Database Administrator handles daily management, security, and maintenance tasks. The engineer role is more development-oriented, while the administrator role emphasizes operational support.

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Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Delmock Technologies Inc

Washington, DC • Remote

Contractor

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

About Our Company:

Delmock Technologies, Inc. (DTI), is a leading HUBZone business in Baltimore, known for delivering sophisticated IT (Information Technology) and Health solutions with a commitment to ethics, expertise, and superior service. Actively engaged in the local community, DTI creates opportunities for talented residents while maintaining a stellar reputation as an award-winning contractor, earning accolades like the Government Choice Award for IRS (Internal Revenue Service) Systems Modernizations.

Clearance:

  • Active IRS MBI Clearance is required.

Location:

  • Remote.

Role:

Delmock Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Oracle DBA to administer Oracle databases to include performance, integrity and security of the databases. The Oracle database administrator is also responsible for managing the Oracle databases in such a way as to provide all users access in a form that suits their needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshooting user issues.

  • Ensuring that storage, archiving, back-up and recovery procedures are functioning correctly.

  • Monitoring performance and managing parameters.

  • Managing user access, permissions and privileges.

  • Database documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 10 years of experience with Oracle 19c installation, backup, and recovery procedures.

  • 10 years of experience with database account and schema creation and maintenance.

  • 7 years of experience with database and SQL tuning with AWR/ADDM or Statspack reports.

  • 6 years of experience with the following:

  • Unix shell scripting.

  • Data import and export.

  • GoldenGate installation and setup.

  • Create and maintain Logical Data Model and Physical Data Model documents.

  • Experience with ERWin tools

Preferred/Nice to Have Skills:

  • Oracle Enterise Management (OEM) tool

  • Table and index partitioning

Recently ranked as high as #3 among HUBZone Companies in a GOVWIN survey, DTI offers a dynamic environment for those passionate about impactful projects, community involvement, and contributing to top-ranking Federal and State Commissionaires project support teams.

At DTI, we balance continuous growth and innovation with a strong dedication to corporate social responsibility. Join our talented team and be part of a company that values both professional excellence and community impact. Explore the exciting career opportunities awaiting you at DTI!

DTI is committed to hiring and maintaining a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.