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Sun Solaris Jobs (NOW HIRING)

ORACLE/DBA

Brooklyn, NY ยท On-site

$55.50 - $75.50/hr

Hands-on expertise, serving as an Oracle DBA responsible for supporting and maintaining Oracle 11g/12c database Servers in Sun Solaris with various applications, within a complex business environment.

Need 5+ years of experience in patching multiple Linux platforms Like Redhat, Oracle Enterprise Linux, Sun Solaris, especially RHEL 6 (i.e. Redhat). * Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis ...

Oracle Fusion Administrator

Aurora, CO ยท On-site

$51.50 - $70/hr

Systems Administration experience in Sun Solaris environments. * In-depth knowledge of WebLogic server configuration techniques and Weblogic task automation * Superior written and oral communication ...

DBA

Austin, TX

$50.25 - $68.50/hr

The position will provide advanced support of enterprise database management systems (DBMSs) installed on Windows, Unix, Linux, Sun Solaris and IBM Model 204 mainframe environments. DBMS support is ...

Java/Angular Developer

Saint Louis, MO ยท On-site +1

$49.50 - $64.25/hr

Unix/Sun Solaris, Putty, Cron Professional understanding preferred: * RUP or equivalent development process * Continuous Integration Tools (Jenkins, Hudson) * Testing tools and methodology

Server Hardware, OS - OEL (Oracle Enterprise Linux) IBM AIX, Sun Solaris, VM Ware, Storage SANs; Oracle Databases; Network Switches. * Certifications in VMware or other relevant technologies like ...

Implement JAVA application code on the Sun Solaris/z/OS UNIX servers. This is a daily/ongoing activity. * Manage Time Sharing Option/Interactive System Productivity Facility (TSO/ISPF) Virtual ...

Implement JAVA application code on the Sun Solaris/z/OS UNIX servers. This is a daily/ongoing activity. * Manage Time Sharing Option/Interactive System Productivity Facility (TSO/ISPF) Virtual ...

Informatica Developer

Columbus, OH ยท On-site

$51.50 - $67.50/hr

Unix scripting experience (converting a Sun Solaris system over to Linux) * SQL and/or PL/SQL - there are lots of data connections that require queries, stored procedures, and general reverse ...

... Sun Solaris, IBM-AIX, HP-UX, SCO Unix Additional Skill(s) Skill1 - Cloud-PaaS-Amazon Web Services-AWS (L4) Skill2 - Embedded Software Design (L1) Qualifications Additional Information All your ...

... like Linux, Sun Solaris, IBM-AIX, HP-UX, SCO Unix Additional Skill(s) Skill1 - Cloud-PaaS-Amazon Web Services-AWS (L4) Skill2 - Embedded Software Design (L1) Additional Information All your ...

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How much do sun solaris jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for sun solaris in the United States is $24.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sun Solaris administrator?

Sun Solaris administrators are IT professionals who manage and maintain systems running the Solaris operating system, which was developed by Sun Microsystems. Their responsibilities include installing, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Solaris servers to ensure optimal performance and security. They handle tasks such as user management, system updates, backup and recovery, and network configuration. Solaris administrators are typically skilled in UNIX commands, shell scripting, and server hardware management.

What are some typical challenges faced by Sun Solaris administrators when managing enterprise-level systems?

Sun Solaris administrators often encounter challenges such as maintaining system uptime during critical updates, ensuring compatibility with legacy applications, and handling complex storage or networking configurations. They also need to stay current with evolving security best practices to safeguard data and infrastructure. Additionally, working in enterprise environments often requires effective collaboration with application teams, network engineers, and support staff to troubleshoot issues and optimize system performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sun Solaris system administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sun Solaris System Administrator, you need a deep understanding of UNIX/Linux operating systems, system scripting, and network administration, often supported by a degree in computer science or related certifications like Oracle Certified Professional (OCP). Familiarity with Solaris OS, ZFS file system, virtualization tools, and configuration management systems is crucial for daily operations. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set outstanding administrators apart. These skills ensure secure, reliable, and efficient management of enterprise IT environments that depend on Solaris infrastructure.

What is the difference between Sun Solaris vs Linux Administrator?

AspectSun SolarisLinux Administrator
CertificationsSun Certified System Administrator (SCSA), Oracle Solaris certificationsCompTIA Linux+, RHCSA, LPIC-1
Work EnvironmentUnix-based servers, enterprise data centersLinux-based servers, data centers, cloud environments
Industry UsageTelecommunications, finance, governmentWeb hosting, cloud services, enterprise IT
Common TasksSystem configuration, security, performance tuningServer setup, scripting, troubleshooting

Sun Solaris and Linux Administrators share similar skills in system management and security but differ mainly in their operating systems and certifications. Solaris is used primarily in enterprise environments with Oracle certifications, while Linux administrators work across diverse industries with various Linux certifications. Both roles involve server management, but their specific tools and environments vary.

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Infographic showing various Sun Solaris job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $50,953 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

$55.50 - $75.50/hr

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Job description

Position: Oracle DBA
Location: Queens & Brooklyn, NY
Duration: 18 month project with likely renewal
Weekly hours: 37.5 billable hours per week
Mandatory skills: Oracle 12c and Oracle OBIEE 12c are mandatory
All Candidates must be able to attend an IN-PERSON Interview.
Job Description:
Mandatory Requirements:
  • Hands-on expertise, serving as an Oracle DBA responsible for supporting and maintaining Oracle 11g/12c database Servers in Sun Solaris with various applications, within a complex business environment.
  • Solid understanding of RDBMS concepts with in-depth knowledge and experience on Oracle database 12c R2 installation and Oracle database upgrade from 11g to 12c R2.
  • Extensive experience and expertise in database migration, capacity planning, performance tuning, backup/recovery using RMAN, performance oriented design, application development, data modeling, physical/logical design etc.
  • Must have a good knowledge of, and working experience with Oracle Multi-tenant database.
  • Extensive UNIX background with a required minimum experience of 5 years in running Oracle on UNIX, possessing a thorough knowledge of and experience in UNIX shell Scripting, preferably in a Sun Solaris environment.
  • Strong Knowledge of Oracle Gateway, Oracle OEM cloud control 12c, Oracle EBS R12, Oracle OBIEE 12c and Sybase database
  • Hands-on administration experience and support of Microsoft SQL Server database technologies, with experience in Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and up.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience as Oracle DBA. Must be self-motivated, organized, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, possessing the ability to solve application and technical problems requiring attention to details.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field

Scope of Services:
  • Responsible for supporting and managing nightly backup, database/object recovery, disaster recovery and other database administration tasks.
  • Performs periodic assessment and evaluates database Server or third party products and development tools. Provide management with recommendations for upgrades and maintenance to ensure database Server is running optimally
  • Responsible for planning, designing, coordinating and administration of database Server, including database definition, structure, documentation, standard, backup and recovery strategy.
  • Work in a DBA group to support various products/applications, and assist business users and developers with application server and database server related issues.