Database Administrator, Senior

About the role

The Senior Oracle Database Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of the databases that support essential business operations at APS. This position supports the technology infrastructure that enables APS to deliver safe, reliable energy service to customers and communities across Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Oracle database environments that support critical business applications and operations.
• Maintain database performance, reliability, and security while identifying opportunities for optimization and improvement.
• Partner with infrastructure, application, and project teams to implement scalable database solutions that meet business needs.
• Support operational activities and troubleshoot complex database issues in a distributed server environment.
• Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation to help ensure the availability and stability of critical database systems.
• Leverage Oracle Exadata technologies to enhance performance, resiliency, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Experience administering and supporting Oracle database environments in complex enterprise settings.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle database technologies, including design, performance tuning, maintenance, backup, and recovery.
• Experience working with Oracle Exadata platforms and supporting high-availability environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and develop effective, long-term solutions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical teams.
• Proactive, customer-focused mindset with a commitment to reliability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field PLUS seven (7) years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Requires in-depth level of technical knowledge within a job area and working knowledge of other technical areas.
• Knowledge of physical data models, technical architecture, system interfaces, etc.
• Ability to develop and write technical documentation; model and design relational databases.
• Proficient in install and supporting relational database management systems (RDMS); demonstrated continuous ability to improve operations and streamline work processes.

Skills

• Oracle Database Administrator, Senior

Benefits

APS offers competitive benefits packages including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This role is home based, with occasional travel to APS facilities as needed.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person. Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws. Home based:Home based employees primarily work from their home offices and come into an APS facility on an as-needed basis. Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees). Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up. Role types are subject to change based on business need.