Overview
The Senior Oracle / MongoDB Database Administrator (DBA) is a senior-level technical and administrative role responsible for managing mission-critical database environments. This position will lead the design, capacity planning, installation, configuration, clustering, performance tuning, and monitoring of large-scale Oracle and MongoDB deployments. It also provides consultative support to development teams on database architecture, design, development best practices, and performance optimization.
While the primary focus is on Oracle and MongoDB , experience with SQL Server or cloud-native database technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI or Atlas) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Design, install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Oracle and MongoDB databases across multiple environments.
- Plan, allocate, and manage system storage, ensuring future scalability.
- Create and manage core database objects and structures.
- Implement and maintain database security, user access, and role management.
- Develop and maintain physical data models and enforce database standards.
- Proactively monitor and tune databases for performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Implement robust backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies (Oracle RMAN / Data Guard, MongoDB replication / backup).
- Implement archiving solutions and lifecycle management for data retention.
- Analyze and document database infrastructure, hardware, and technology requirements.
- Partner with development teams to review code and design for performance, scalability, and alignment with best practices.
- Provide expert-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis for database-related incidents.
- Mentor development and data warehouse teams on advanced SQL, PL / SQL, and MongoDB query optimization.
- Continually improve DBA standards, procedures, and automation practices.
- Provide on-call support and occasional travel as required.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor\'s or Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field.
Experience
5+ years of hands-on Oracle DBA experience in enterprise-scale environments.5+ years of experience with high availability (Oracle RAC, Data Guard, failover, replication).5+ years of advanced SQL / PLSQL development and performance tuning.5+ years of supporting developers with application design, query tuning, and schema optimization.3+ years of hands-on MongoDB administration experience (replica sets, sharding, backups, monitoring).3+ years of experience with Linux administration (shell scripting, system tuning, automation).Experience with automation frameworks (Ansible, BitBucket, Terraform, or similar).Experience with database monitoring and observability tools (OEM, SolarWinds / DPA, PMM, DataDog, Grafana).Exposure to cloud-native environments (AWS, Azure, OCI, or GCP).Familiarity with DevOps / CI / CD pipelines for database changes.Skills
Deep expertise with Oracle RDBMS internals (RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN).Strong knowledge of MongoDB internals (replica sets, sharding, WiredTiger, security).Proficiency in SQL and PL / SQL coding and tuning.Proficiency in Linux system administration (shell scripting, performance tuning).Knowledge of networking fundamentals and how they affect distributed databases.Strong ability to gather, interpret, and document requirements.Excellent communication skills : oral, written, and presentation.Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; proven ability to collaborate across teams.Exceptional time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.Working Relationships
Internal
Reports to the Manager – Database Operations.Collaborates with DBA team members, DevOps, developers, architects, and infrastructure engineers.Interfaces with senior management for planning and strategy discussions.External
Works with end-users and application teams as part of IT operations.Coordinates with vendors, contractors, and service providers as needed.Participates in professional user groups and industry forums.What Do We Offer
HireRight offers a competitive benefit package which includes :
MedicalDentalVisionPaid Life / AD&D InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceShort & Long Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts401KGenerous Vacation and Sick Program10 Paid HolidaysEducation Assistance ProgramBusiness Casual AttireGenerous Referral ProgramEmployee Discounts and RewardsAll resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted during this search.EEO HireRight, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabilities. HireRight does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of HireRight and HireRight will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change by the employer. This job description is subject to change at any time.
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