Oracle OCI Cloud Engineer
Intellibee Inc · Richmond, VA · 2 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
This position requires after-hours and weekend support to apply patches and other maintenance activities.
Responsibilities
- Design and manage Oracle OCI environments, including database, middleware, and infrastructure components
- Develop and maintain Oracle APEX applications and ORDS services
- Configure and administer Oracle WebLogic Server and related technologies
- Plan and execute database upgrades, migrations, and conversions
- Implement and manage backup, recovery, and replication strategies using RMAN and other tools
- Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and data protection
- Monitor and optimize database performance, implementing tuning recommendations
- Implement and automate routine tasks using shell scripting and tools like Ansible
- Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure seamless application deployment
- Proactively identify and resolve potential issues, providing timely support
- Document and train on best practices for Oracle OCI environment management
Requirements
- 10+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and related technologies:
- Oracle Application Express 18 and higher (APEX)
- Oracle Rest Data Services 22 and higher (ORDS)
- Oracle WebLogic Server 14 (both fusion middleware and weblogic suite)
- Oracle Database 19c and 26ai
- Container Database (CDB) and Pluggable Database (PDB)
- Experience with upgrading Oracle Database from 19c to 26ai
- Proficiency in Linux/Unix, including shell scripting
- PDB cloning
- RMAN and backup/recovery procedures
- WebLogic administration (patching/maintenance)
- Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) 24ai
- PSU Patching Oracle DB using Fleet Management Tool
- Experience with DBaaS in OCI
- Proficiency in GitLab and Ansible scripting
- Oracle DataGuard
- Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and architecture
- Ability to design and implement high-availability and disaster recovery solutions
- Experience with Oracle OEM Cloud Control for monitoring and management
- Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and JavaScript
- In-depth knowledge of database security best practices
- Expertise in performance tuning and optimization
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities
- Ability to provide 24/7 support and troubleshoot critical issues
Skill Matrix
- Oracle Grid Control (version 13c): Required, 7 years
- Oracle WebLogic 12c/Fusion Middleware: Highly desired, 7 years
- Oracle APEX administration and support: Required, 5 years
- Oracle DB migration from Solaris to Linux (database 12c/11g): Required, 10 years
- Oracle Database backup/restore/RMAN/DataGuard: Required, 10 years
- Oracle performance tuning/database maintenance/management: Required, 10 years
- On-call production support: Required, 10 years
- Oracle Cloud setup/AWS/Azure administration: Desired, 3 years
- Windows/SQL Server/IIS administration: Highly desired, 5 years
- Oracle Database 19c and above: Required
Desirable Skills
- Certification in Oracle technologies such as OCIP, OCP, or OCE
- Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI
- Understanding of microservices architecture and API integration
Benefits
- Long-Term Stability: Multi-year opportunities with room to grow
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Quality healthcare benefits for you and your family
- Future Planning: 401(k) program for financial security
- GC Assistance: Support for immediate Green Card processing, if required