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InstantServe LLC

Database Administrator 3

Nashville, TN · On-site

$49 - $66.75/hr

Senior Oracle Database Administrator (Hybrid Cloud - OCI, AWS, On- Prem) Position Summary As a Senior Oracle Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the architecture, administration ...

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Oracle DBA-Team Lead

Blythewood, SC

$40.50 - $55/hr

ORACLE 11G, 12C 10 YEARS SENIOR ORACLE DBA EXPERIENCE ORACLE RED HAT ENTERPRISE LINUX ORACLE ASM ORACLE GRID CONTROL SQL SERVER 2012 2014 REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: ORACLE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL 10G ...

PBG

Sr. Oracle Database Administrator (NIH)

$52 - $70.75/hr

Citizenship and Green Card Holders (ONLY) Position Summary The Sr. Oracle Database Administrator is responsible for the availability, security, performance, and recoverability of NICHD's Oracle ...

Navtech, Inc.

Oracle DBA

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

I have an opportunity for "Oracle DBA and looking for a candidate who can join Immediately if you ... Sr Technical Recruiter 224-296-3522 | syed@navtechusa.com NAVTECH INC Disclaimer: We respect your ...

Atria Group LLC

Sr. Oracle DBA

New York, NY · On-site

Rate: ____ (3.5 is minimum, max is 5) 4.60 months demonstrated experience as technical administrator of Oracle Relational databases. Experience must include administration tasks listed in the "day to ...

INA Solution Inc

Oracle Database Administrator

Albany, NY · On-site

$50.50 - $68.50/hr

Database Administrator (Oracle DBA) Location: Albany, NY (Hybrid) Duration: Long-term Contract We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator with strong expertise in Oracle 12c ...

Wisemen Multimedia, LLC

Sr. Oracle DBA

Chamblee, GA · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

... DBA supporting large-scale PostgreSQL and Oracle environments. * Strong experience with database installation, configuration, patching, backup/recovery, and performance tuning. * Expertise with ...

BDR Solutions LLC

Sr. Oracle DBA

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

This is a senior-level position requiring extensive experience in Oracle enterprise data architecture, database design, data integration, and data governance. The candidate will be expected to ...

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How much do senior oracle dba jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior oracle dba in the United States is $62.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.57 and $70.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Senior Oracle DBAs when managing large-scale databases?

Senior Oracle DBAs often encounter challenges such as optimizing performance for high-transaction environments, ensuring database security, and managing complex backup and recovery processes. They are also responsible for coordinating database upgrades and patches with minimal downtime, which requires detailed planning and communication with development and infrastructure teams. Proactively monitoring system health and troubleshooting issues before they impact users are key aspects of the role, making strong analytical and collaboration skills essential.

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

To thrive as a Senior Oracle DBA, you need advanced knowledge of Oracle database architecture, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and a degree in computer science or a related field. Proficiency with Oracle Enterprise Manager, RMAN, Data Guard, and relevant certifications like Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) are typically required. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in managing complex systems and collaborating with diverse teams. These competencies ensure reliable database performance, data integrity, and efficient resolution of critical issues in enterprise environments.

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

AspectSenior Oracle DbaOracle Database Administrator
CertificationsOracle Certified Professional (OCP), Oracle Certified Expert (OCE)OCP, OCE, or equivalent
Work EnvironmentLarge enterprise, data centers, cloud environmentsCorporate IT, financial institutions, tech companies
ResponsibilitiesDatabase tuning, backup/recovery, performance optimizationInstallation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting

Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments. The Senior Oracle Dba often handles more complex tasks like performance tuning and strategic planning, while the Oracle Database Administrator focuses on daily maintenance and operational support. The senior role typically involves more experience and expertise, but both are essential for managing Oracle databases effectively.

What are Senior Oracle DBAs?

Senior Oracle Database Administrators (DBAs) are experienced IT professionals responsible for managing, maintaining, and securing Oracle database systems within an organization. They handle database installation, configuration, tuning, backup, recovery, and performance optimization. Senior Oracle DBAs also develop and enforce database policies, troubleshoot complex issues, and often mentor junior DBAs. Their expertise ensures data integrity, availability, and security, making them critical to the smooth operation of business applications that rely on Oracle databases.
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Sr. Oracle Database Administrator

Texas State Library and Archives Commision

Remote

$52 - $70.75/hr

Full-time

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide Oracle Database Admin services to production, in-house testing, proof of concept.
Install, configure and maintain Oracle Enterprise Manager 12c/13c Cloud control
Installation, DB Planning, Database Design and Development using ORACLE database versions 12c/11g
Setup database high availability by installing / upgrading Oracle Cluster ware 11g/12c.
Plan, document and execution of Disaster Recovery procedures.
Setup Backup methods for High availability of database and minimal Downtime and complete recovery of data
Clone / Refresh non-production databases from production. Setup automation to refresh data between PROD and UAT
Configure and maintain Active Data Guard
Lead the DBA team to support on 24x7 basis
Identify and resolve performance issues in RAC, Non-RAC databases. Analyse AWR, trace files to resolve performance issues.
Index maintenance by creating, re-building them. Detecting Row Chaining and resolving using segment space advisor.
Evaluating Performance of SQL statements and PL/SQL modules by EXPLAIN PLAN, SQL TRACE, TKPROF OS utility, SQL * PLUS AUTOTRACE.
Applying CPU / PSU / interim patches
Partition management like splitting, adding, moving, converting non-partitioned tables to partitioned tables, setup automate jobs to archive data from LIVE to ARCHIVE
Migration of databases from on-premise to cloud platform
SQL, PL/SQL scripting to creating Database Triggers, Stored Procedures, Stored Functions, packages
Create and maintain Unix shell scripts for day-to-day activities
Setting of scheduled jobs in the database, on the server and in Oracle Enterprise Manager
Install, upgrade and support Oracle APEX
Install and configure Web logic Server, BI Publisher cluster
Support Mid-tier tools like Oracle HTTP Server, Oracle Web Cache, Web logic and BI Publisher
Handle Data Centre migration by migrating / moving the databases, applications.
Setup cloud infrastructure like EC2 Servers, S3 buckets, Oracle RDS databases for applications
Design, develop and implement database, ETL related modules to setup data warehouse.
Setup and maintain Database Migration Service on cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services
Handle heterogeneous database migration involving databases like Oracle, SQL Server, Postgres etc.
Work with vendors like Oracle, Rack space, Amazon on getting resolutions to the day-to-day issues
Provide support to developers in code migration and releases.
Train and guidance for Junior Database Administrators and Database Administrators
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
To be completed only for jobs with organizational supervisory responsibilities.
Indicate the types of supervisory responsibility applicable to the position and enter additional information if relevant.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Knowledge of database implementation in cloud and interfacing with applications in cloud.
Experience and knowledge in migrating code, database changes, data and menus through the various stages of the development life cycle.
Sound knowledge of both database and program code performance tuning.
A good knowledge of the operating system(s).
A good knowledge of physical database design.
A good knowledge of Oracle backup and recovery scenarios.
Skills involving all Oracle tools and processes.
Analytical thinking skills.
Problem solving.
Technical Expertise.
0-3 years of relevant experience.

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