
Principal Database Administration - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
- Alpharetta, GA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the implementation of best practices for Exadata and Autonomous Databases in the cloud.
- Proactively address Oracle security notifications and assess their impact on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) environments.
- Manage all aspects of Oracle database administration, including installation, upgrades, patching, capacity planning, and security.
- Refresh and support DEV/TEST environments from production, troubleshoot database issues, and optimize system performance.
- Oversee cloud migration projects, moving databases to platforms such as OCI and Azure, and configure critical cloud components like storage, compute, and virtual networks.
- Design and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions using Oracle GoldenGate, Data Guard, and Real Application Clusters (RAC).
- Strengthen database security by implementing encryption, managing certificates, and maintaining compliance with audit requirements (e.g., SOX).
- Support backup and recovery operations using RMAN, and ensure robust data protection strategies are in place.
- Streamline user management processes, including handling production update requests and provisioning user accounts.
- Collaborate with Oracle Support and internal teams to resolve incidents, support audits, and drive continuous improvement.
- Deep experience with Oracle database architecture (on-premises and cloud), including Oracle EBS and, for some roles, PostgreSQL.
- Advanced knowledge of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and, for some positions, Azure cloud environments.
- Strong Linux/Unix server administration and shell scripting skills.
- Demonstrated expertise in database management, including installation, patching, upgrades, space management, and replication.
- Hands-on experience with high availability and disaster recovery technologies such as RAC, Data Guard, and GoldenGate.
- Proficiency in security and compliance tools, including Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), DB Vault, Voltage, GPG, and vulnerability management platforms.
- Familiarity with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), RMAN for backups, and ServiceNow for IT service management.
- Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle across Dev, Test, UAT, and Prod environments.
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Math, or Sciences—or equivalent experience.
- At least 7 years of experience in public cloud platforms, with a minimum of 3 years specifically in Oracle Cloud Technology operations or administration.
- Preferably, 7+ years working with Linux operating systems.
- Experience administering PaaS services such as GoldenGate, ATP, ADW, and Fusion ERP.
- Proven ability to provision and monitor Oracle ATP & ADW Autonomous Data Guard, manage backups, and support usage monitoring and scaling in OCI.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative team mindset and a proactive approach to solving complex challenges.
- Previous AT&T experience is preferred but not required.
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories,
- AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone.