Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

Digital Prospectors
United States, Massachusetts, Newton
Jul 28, 2025
Position:Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Location:Boston, MA (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, approx. 35 hours/week) Length:6+ months W2 Candidates Only, No C2C Job Description:* Our client is seeking a highly skilled Oracle/SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to support, maintain, and upgrade database systems for a dynamic and collaborative technology environment. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the security, performance, and availability of critical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in both Oracle and SQL Server technologies, along with a strong understanding of automation and version control tools. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to): Administer and support Oracle and SQL Server databases across development and production environments. Perform database upgrades, patching, backups, performance tuning, and general maintenance. Manage and monitor Oracle RAC and SQL Server failover clusters to ensure system uptime and resiliency. Implement and maintain Oracle Advanced Security tools (including Transparent Data Encryption and Oracle Key Vault). Automate routine tasks using Ansible playbooks and improve database deployment processes. Collaborate with engineering, development, and operations teams to ensure alignment with project goals. Utilize Git, Jira, and Bamboo for version control, issue tracking, and CI/CD support. Identify and resolve database-related incidents and recommend improvements for long-term stability. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field. 5+ years of hands-on experience managing Oracle and SQL Server databases. Proficiency with Oracle 19c and SQL Server 2012 or newer. Experience with Oracle RAC and SQL Server failover clustering. Working knowledge of Oracle Advanced Security Options, including TDE and Key Vault. Experience automating database administration tasks using Ansible. Familiarity with collaborative tools such as Git, Jira, and Bamboo. Strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot independently in a hybrid team environment. POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. Come see why DPC has achieved: 4.9/5 Star Glassdoor rating and the only staffing company (< 1000 employees) to be voted in the national Top 10 'Employee's Choice - Best Places to Work' by Glassdoor. Voted 'Best Staffing Firm to Temp/Contract For' seven times by Staffing Industry Analysts as well as a 'Best Company to Work For' by Forbes, Fortune and Inc. magazine. As you are applying, please join us in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion by completing the Invitation to Self-Identify form today! www.LoveYourJob.com