Consultant, Technology Engineer (Oracle DBA)

Overview

If you're passionate about innovation and love working in an environment where you can constantly improve and adopt new technologies to drive business results, then Nationwide's Information Technology team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) with deep expertise in performance tuning to join our team.

The ideal candidate will ensure high availability, reliability and consistent performance across mission critical systems. This role requires deep Oracle database knowledge, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. The candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset, with the desire to automate processes and reduce manual effort wherever possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Oracle databases to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Diagnose and resolve complex database performance issues across the full stack.
• Implement and manage database security measures, including wallet and password management.
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to design and optimize database solutions.
• Lead and support database migrations, including Postgres to RDS and Oracle to cloud platforms.
• Participate in on-call support rotation and respond to critical incidents as needed.

Technical Experience Required

SQL profiles, SQL plan management, execution plans

This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program.

Job Description Summary

If you're enthusiastic about delivering secure technology solutions to support a company providing extraordinary care to its customers, then Nationwide Technology is the place for you. Nationwide's industry-leading technology workforce embraces an agile work environment and a collaborative culture to deliver outstanding solutions and results.

Key Responsibilities (cont.)

May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting Relationships : Reports to AVP, Director or Manager Technology Engineering Manager / Technology Product Manager.

Typical Skills and Experiences :

Education : Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems or a related field is preferred.

License / Certification / Designation : Technology certifications or designation are not required, but encouraged (i.e., AWS, Azure, scripting and development languages, delivery methods, security).

Experience : Six years or more experience with the most complex integrated solutions with an ability to design and develop and modify new and existing solutions for specialized needs. Experience with multiple technologies and within one or more domains. Experience with automation of deployment of solution configurations. Experience in training / guiding less experienced staff. Experience with solutions : IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and package solutions.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills : Strong communication skills, knowledge of planning, management and execution of Accelerated Solutions Deliver framework, Information Security acumen. Influencing, negotiating and priority setting needed. Insurance / financial services industry knowledge a plus.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the Vice President and HR Business Partner.

Values : Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions :

Overtime Eligibility : Exempt (Not Eligible)

Working Conditions : Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

ADA : The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including : medical / dental / vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, this text does not include a link.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

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