Job Title: Senior Oracle Applications DBA
Location: Portland, OR 97204
Duration: 12 Months
Type: Contract
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Oracle Applications Database Administrator (DBA) to support and enhance enterprise-level Oracle systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS), high-availability database solutions, system architecture, and data integrity. This position involves hands-on administration, system design, performance tuning, and ensuring compliance with data security and governance standards.
Responsibilities:
Administer, install, upgrade, and support Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) and related Oracle databases, including Enterprise and Electronic Fare systems
Manage patching, cloning, version control, and environment refreshes for EBS production and non-production systems
Act as System Architect for Oracle EBS and integrated third-party/cloud solutions
Design and support high-availability solutions utilizing Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC), Oracle Data Guard, and RMAN
Perform backup/recovery and patching tasks for RDBMS environments
Collaborate with development teams to design database schemas and support application performance
Ensure database quality, integrity, access control, and PCI DSS compliance
Develop and maintain documentation, standards, and procedures related to database administration and change control
Conduct performance analysis and space management; implement proactive tuning and monitoring strategies
Provide training, guidance, and database support to software developers and business users
Serve as liaison with other DBAs and stakeholders for enterprise data coordination and governance
Architect new system solutions and support continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications:
Proven experience administering Oracle EBS 12.2.x, including patching, cloning, and module configuration
Strong expertise in Oracle RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and high-availability infrastructure
Deep understanding of system architecture involving Oracle ERP, EBS, and third-party integrations
Experience in PCI DSS compliance and secure database practices
Proficiency in Oracle Applications System Administration and related tools
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills