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Job#: 2062603
Job Description:
Senior Database Engineer
Apex Systems is hiring for a Senior Database Engineer with a large financial client!
Candidates must be willing to work on-site in Plano, TX OR McLean, VA 3 days/week (position will be remote-hybrid).
If interested in applying, please email a copy of your updated resume to Melissa at
Location: Must be local to Plano, TX or McLean, VA
Schedule: Monday - Friday. Remote-Hybrid (on-site Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays), Core Business Hours
Contract Duration: 6 month contract-to-permanent-hire opportunity
Seeking Senior Database Engineer who is responsible for database administration (on-prem) in a fast-paced operations environment supporting 24x7 business critical applications using analytical and transactional databases having Oracle expertise. Database Engineer will be able to script and automate on-prem database activities, perform troubleshooting on any database issue, performance analysis, ensuring database security, evaluating new database trends and technologies, developing and testing automation scripting and coding required for database administration and associated database tools.
Responsibilities Include:
Responsibilities:
Provide DBA support on all aspects of databases administration including provisioning, backup/recovery, replication, deployment, and real time production troubleshooting responsibilities on Oracle
Install, configure, monitor, upgrade and maintain database in production and non-production environments
Provide 24x7 on call DBA support for production environment on rotation schedule and on adhoc need basis
Provide Database deployment support for Test and Production environments
Diagnose and address database performance issues using performance monitors and various tuning techniques
Interact with Systems administrators on Linix/Unix/VM operating systems issues related to Databases
Able to write database provisioning, maintenance, and reporting automation scripts
Configure and maintain Database High availability
Support data replication and Sharding
Troubleshoot database production problems and database connectivity issues
Implement DR solutions
Ability to work well as a team and as an individual with minimal supervision
Must Have Qualifications:
Oracle at least version 19 - In-depth performance tuning, securing, and validation.
Automation, Unix Scripting, databases administration. DB2 is preferred.
Basic Requirements:
10 years of experience in Database administration
Extensive Database performance tuning experience
Deep knowledge of industry-standard, enterprise-class best practices for a large database environment
Deep understanding of HA, DR Database, and storage technologies Data replication
Experience implementing, supporting, and auditing database security
Preferred Skills:
Experience supporting Oracle on prem
Experience with Database monitoring tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in virtual environment using VMware
Database and Cloud vendor certification
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Job Description:
Senior Database Engineer
Apex Systems is hiring for a Senior Database Engineer with a large financial client!
Candidates must be willing to work on-site in Plano, TX OR McLean, VA 3 days/week (position will be remote-hybrid).
If interested in applying, please email a copy of your updated resume to Melissa at
Location: Must be local to Plano, TX or McLean, VA
Schedule: Monday - Friday. Remote-Hybrid (on-site Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays), Core Business Hours
Contract Duration: 6 month contract-to-permanent-hire opportunity
Seeking Senior Database Engineer who is responsible for database administration (on-prem) in a fast-paced operations environment supporting 24x7 business critical applications using analytical and transactional databases having Oracle expertise. Database Engineer will be able to script and automate on-prem database activities, perform troubleshooting on any database issue, performance analysis, ensuring database security, evaluating new database trends and technologies, developing and testing automation scripting and coding required for database administration and associated database tools.
Responsibilities Include:
Responsibilities:
Provide DBA support on all aspects of databases administration including provisioning, backup/recovery, replication, deployment, and real time production troubleshooting responsibilities on Oracle
Install, configure, monitor, upgrade and maintain database in production and non-production environments
Provide 24x7 on call DBA support for production environment on rotation schedule and on adhoc need basis
Provide Database deployment support for Test and Production environments
Diagnose and address database performance issues using performance monitors and various tuning techniques
Interact with Systems administrators on Linix/Unix/VM operating systems issues related to Databases
Able to write database provisioning, maintenance, and reporting automation scripts
Configure and maintain Database High availability
Support data replication and Sharding
Troubleshoot database production problems and database connectivity issues
Implement DR solutions
Ability to work well as a team and as an individual with minimal supervision
Must Have Qualifications:
Oracle at least version 19 - In-depth performance tuning, securing, and validation.
Automation, Unix Scripting, databases administration. DB2 is preferred.
Basic Requirements:
10 years of experience in Database administration
Extensive Database performance tuning experience
Deep knowledge of industry-standard, enterprise-class best practices for a large database environment
Deep understanding of HA, DR Database, and storage technologies Data replication
Experience implementing, supporting, and auditing database security
Preferred Skills:
Experience supporting Oracle on prem
Experience with Database monitoring tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in virtual environment using VMware
Database and Cloud vendor certification
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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