Oracle Exadata DBA

The Oracle Cloud Exadata Administrator is responsible for managing Oracle Exadata environments within Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) utilizing OCI Command Line tools and implementing DevOps practices to maintain system efficiency and security.

Database Management:

• Install configure and maintain Oracle Exadata databases.
• Ensure high availability and optimal performance of Oracle databases.
• Manage database security including user access and encryption.

Cloud Operations:

• Utilize OCI to manage cloud resources effectively.
• Automate routine database administrative tasks using OCI Command Line Interface (CLI) and scripts.
• Monitor and optimize cloud resource performance ensuring cost efficiency.

OCI Exadata Patching Activities:

• Schedule and implement regular OCI Exadata patching in line with Oracles release schedule.
• Test patches in a nonproduction environment before widespread deployment.
• Coordinate with IT and network teams to ensure minimal downtime and compliance with SLAs.
• Document patching activities including prepatching checks impact analysis patch application and postpatching tests.

DevOps Integration:

• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for database code and schema changes.
• Work closely with development teams to integrate database operations with overall DevOps workflows.
• Utilize modern containerization and orchestration technologies to enhance scalability and manageability.

Backup and Recovery on OCI:

• Implement and manage comprehensive backup procedures for all database systems.
• Regularly test recovery processes to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Optimize backup operations using OCI features and tools to ensure data redundancy and quick accessibility.

Disaster Recovery and Oracle Data Guard:

• Develop and maintain a disaster recovery plan including Oracle Data Guard for realtime data protection and failover capabilities.
• Configure and manage Data Guard to ensure high availability and disaster recovery across different geographical locations.
• Conduct regular DR drills to ensure the effectiveness of disaster recovery procedures.

Project Management:

• Lead planning and execution of database upgrade and migration projects.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders providing updates and resolving issues promptly.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation for all managed systems and procedures.

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
• Extensive experience as an Oracle Exadata Administrator.
• Strong proficiency with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and OCI Command Line Interface.
• Demonstrated experience with patch management processes and best practices for Oracle Exadata.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools (e.g. Jenkins Git Azure DevOps) and methodologies.
• Relevant certifications in Oracle Database and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure are highly desirable.

• Local Requirement: Candidates must be local to the Washington DC Maryland or Virginia area. Being local is a HARD requirement.
• Verification: Candidates must be able to meet in person in Fairfax VA for verification to be considered for submission.