We are looking for an experienced Oracle DBA / Data Processing Specialist who combines strong database administration expertise with hands-on data processing capabilities.
In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and availability of Oracle production environments, while executing and delivering accurate client data in a fast-paced marketing data setting. This position requires a highly reliable, detail-oriented professional who can effectively manage multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and monitor Oracle production databases (logs, backups, performance, and security)
- Manage users, access controls, patching, and database recovery processes
- Develop and optimize database objects (PL/SQL, SQL tuning)
- Analyze performance using AWR, ADDM, and execution plans
- Execute data processing tasks: data loading, transformation, validation, and client delivery
- Ensure data quality through QC processes, documentation, and reporting
- Support development teams and respond to client data requests
- Participate in change management, disaster recovery planning, and process improvements
Requirements
Technical Experience & Skills:
- 3+ years of hands-on experience as an Oracle DBA in production environments
- Strong proficiency in PL/SQL (procedures, functions, triggers, packages)
- Experience working with UNIX/Linux and shell scripting
- Solid knowledge of:
- Oracle Data Guard, RAC, and OEM
- SQL tuning and performance analysis
- AWR and ADDM tools
- RMAN backup and recovery
- Oracle security patching (quarterly cycles)
- Table, index, and schema design
- Experience handling client data files (loading, transformation, vendor transfers)
- Background in technical documentation and data quality control
Core Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication with technical teams and clients
- Highly organized and self-directed
- Proactive mindset with continuous learning approach
Nice to Have:
- Experience with cloud or hybrid Oracle environments
- Knowledge of SQL Server or PostgreSQL
Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA in production environments
- Strong proficiency in PL/SQL
- Experience with UNIX/Linux and shell scripting
- Solid knowledge of Oracle Data Guard, RAC, and OEM
- Experience with SQL tuning and performance analysis
- Experience with RMAN backup and recovery
What We Do
Metova is a privately held leading technology company creating custom world-class mobile, web, and Internet of Things technology services for customers looking to respond to a disruption in their industry or looking to make waves as the disruptor. We build amazing things for companies that disrupt and innovate, have been building custom software solutions since 2006, and can help anyone do the same. We help companies transform their business through technology to meet the growing expectations of the customers they have and the customers they want. By helping identify their needs, we can define and build the experiences they expect, align with business goals to streamline workflows, and increase revenues while delighting customers.
