Lead the management and optimization of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure environments with a focus on database, middleware, and infrastructure components. This role plays a critical part in maintaining system reliability, performance, and security across hybrid deployments.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and maintain Oracle OCI environments, ensuring seamless integration across database, middleware, and infrastructure layers
- Develop and support Oracle APEX applications and ORDS services to enable efficient data access and reporting
- Configure and manage Oracle WebLogic Server instances, including patching and maintenance cycles
- Lead database upgrades, migrations, and conversions, including transitions from 19c to 26ai
- Design and implement backup, recovery, and replication strategies using RMAN and other tools
- Ensure robust disaster recovery and high availability through DataGuard and failover planning
- Monitor system performance and apply tuning techniques to optimize database efficiency
- Automate routine operations using shell scripts, Ansible, and GitLab pipelines
- Partner with development and operations teams to support smooth application deployment
- Identify potential system risks and resolve critical issues with minimal downtime
- Document configurations, procedures, and best practices for team-wide use
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of direct experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and related systems
- Hands-on work with Oracle APEX (18+), ORDS (22+), WebLogic 14, and Oracle Database 19c/26ai
- Proven experience upgrading databases from 19c to 26ai and managing CDB/PDB architectures
- Strong Linux/Unix and shell scripting skills
- Experience with PDB cloning, RMAN, and backup/recovery operations
- Familiarity with WebLogic patching and maintenance
- Working knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) 24ai and Fleet Management for PSU patching
- Experience managing DBaaS in OCI environments
- Proficiency with GitLab, Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes
- Understanding of cloud architecture, containerization, and microservices
- Strong scripting ability in Python and JavaScript
- Deep knowledge of database security, performance tuning, and monitoring via OEM
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to support critical systems 24/7
Preferred Background
- Oracle certification (OCIP, OCP, OCE) preferred
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab CI
- Familiarity with API integration and microservices design
Work Environment
This is a hybrid position based in Richmond, VA, offering flexibility while maintaining in-person collaboration. The role supports a culture focused on technical excellence, talent development, and delivering impactful solutions.
Benefits
Competitive, market-aligned compensation with negotiable salary. Opportunities for professional growth and involvement in technically challenging projects. The organization is committed to equal opportunity employment, including for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All candidate information is handled confidentially.
