Meridian Cooperative is seeking a Senior Database Administrator (Sr. DBA) with deep expertise in Oracle and cross-platform database environments to play a critical role in our enterprise data strategy. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you’ll architect resilient systems, optimize performance at scale, and introduce AI/ML-driven automation to modernize database operations.
If you’re passionate about high availability, performance tuning, cloud platforms, and innovation, and enjoy mentoring others while leading impactful initiatives, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
Architecture & Reliability
- Design and implement High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions using:
- Oracle Data Guard / Active Data Guard / RAC
- SQL Server Always-On Availability Groups
- PostgreSQL replication
- Lead DR drills and ensure alignment with RTO/RPO objectives
Performance & Optimization
- Conduct deep-dive performance tuning leveraging:
- AWR, ASH, SQL Trace, TKPROF, DBMS_XPLAN
- Optimize complex PL/SQL and high-volume transaction workloads
- Implement SQL Plan Baselines and advanced tuning strategies
Backup, Recovery & Data Protection
- Architect enterprise backup and recovery strategies using:
- RMAN, Data Pump, GoldenGate
- Support cloning, migration, and cross-platform data movement
Cloud & Platform Engineering
- Deploy and manage databases across:
- AWS (RDS, Aurora, EC2)
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
- Drive monitoring, security, and cost optimization using:
- CloudWatch, IAM, KMS, OCI Monitoring
Security & Compliance
- Implement advanced security controls:
- Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
- Unified Auditing, Database Vault
- Ensure compliance with standards such as PCI, SOX
Cross-Platform Database Support
- Support SQL Server (T-SQL, SSMS, Always-On)
- Manage PostgreSQL environments (replication, extensions)
- Provide guidance on NoSQL platforms (MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)
Automation & Innovation
- Develop advanced shell scripting frameworks with logging and error handling
- Leverage AI/ML tools for:
- Anomaly detection
- Predictive performance tuning
- Proactive incident prevention
- Explore GenAI-assisted automation for SQL optimization and documentation
Leadership & Strategy
- Mentor and develop junior DBAs
- Lead database initiatives and contribute to enterprise architecture decisions
- Review and guide schema design for scalability and performance
What You’ll Bring
- 6–12 years of hands-on DBA experience in enterprise environments
- Deep expertise in Oracle database administration and PL/SQL development
- Strong background in:
- Performance tuning and query optimization
- Backup/recovery (RMAN, Data Guard, GoldenGate)
- Cloud platforms (AWS, OCI)
- Experience supporting SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL databases
- Advanced skills in:
- Shell scripting and automation
- Database security and compliance
- Schema design, indexing, partitioning
- Strong Linux/Unix administration and OS-level tuning expertise
- Exposure to AI/ML-driven monitoring and automation tools
- Excellent communication skills and proven ability to lead and mentor teams
Preferred Certifications
- Oracle Database Administration Certified Professional (OCP)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
- AWS Certified Database – Specialty
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
What We Offer
- Outstanding Medical/Dental/Vision
- Education/Training Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health/Wellness Reimbursement
- Excellent Life and AD&D insurance
- Paid Time Off: Eligible to begin accrual from date of hire; accrual amount based on years of service. Beginning accrual rate equivalent to 22 days per year. 10 holidays which include the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve. Up to 240 hours of PTO can roll over to the following year.
- Volunteer Time: 8 hours per year
- Retirement: Robust 401K. Following one year of eligible service, the Company contributes in two ways: (1) match of 100% of each dollar you contribute on the first five percent (5%) of eligible compensation, and (2) Employer basic contribution of 4% of base salary (with increases in basic contribution percentage based on years of service). Employees are 100% vested in Company funded contributions from the date they enter the plan.
About Us:
We were formed in 1976 by a group of Electric Membership Cooperatives with a vision for a single enterprise solution provider to serve data processing, IT, and operational needs to cooperatives, public utility districts, and municipal utilities. Through carefully curated acquisitions and partnerships, Meridian Cooperative has unified multiple leading-edge companies under its umbrella to truly execute that vision. Today, the Meridian Suite serves over 500 utilities across the country with industry-leading enterprise software solutions.
Skills Required
- 6-12 years of hands-on DBA experience in enterprise environments
- Deep expertise in Oracle database administration and PL/SQL development
- Experience designing and implementing HA/DR: Data Guard, Active Data Guard, RAC, SQL Server Always-On, PostgreSQL replication
- Performance tuning using AWR, ASH, SQL Trace, TKPROF, DBMS_XPLAN and implementing SQL Plan Baselines
- Backup and recovery expertise: RMAN, Data Pump, GoldenGate
- Experience deploying and managing databases on AWS (RDS, Aurora, EC2) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
- Experience supporting SQL Server (T-SQL, SSMS), PostgreSQL, and NoSQL platforms (MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)
- Advanced shell scripting with logging and error handling and strong Linux/Unix administration
- Database security and compliance experience including TDE, Unified Auditing, Database Vault; knowledge of PCI and SOX
- Schema design, indexing, partitioning for scalability and high-volume transaction workloads
- Experience with cloud monitoring, security and cost optimization tools (CloudWatch, IAM, KMS, OCI Monitoring)
- Exposure to AI/ML-driven monitoring, anomaly detection, predictive tuning and GenAI-assisted automation
- Excellent communication skills and proven ability to mentor and lead technical teams
- Oracle Database Administration Certified Professional (OCP)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
- AWS Certified Database - Specialty
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
What We Do
Meridian Cooperative, fka SEDC, is a trusted leader in the development of innovative utility software and technology solutions. As a not-for-profit cooperative, we’re squarely committed to providing our users with the Billing, Accounting, Engineering, and Operations applications they rely on to provide essential services in their communities. Our all-in-one solutions are cost-effective, flexible, and backed by teams of expert designers and dedicated support staff. With over 40 years of experience, we are second to none in terms of developing cutting-edge technologies and building lasting relationships in the communities we serve. We believe in hiring a diverse group with a broad range of talents, including knowledgeable implementation specialists, Microsoft-certified support specialists, and top programmers dedicated to staying one step ahead of emerging technologies.
