Job Details

Title: Senior Oracle Database Engineer (Exadata Migration Specialist)
Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid)
Job Type: Contract

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Oracle Database Engineer with deep expertise in Oracle Exadata and strong application-side experience to lead large-scale database migrations and support critical production environments. This role requires hands-on involvement across migration planning, execution, and post-production support.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead end-to-end Oracle database migrations from traditional/VM environments to Exadata (on-prem / OCI / Database at Azure)
• Perform cutover planning, execution, and post-migration validation
• Administer and maintain Oracle databases (11g/12c/19c+), including RAC, ASM, Data Guard, patching, backup & recovery
• Monitor and optimize database performance, availability, and reliability
• Support application teams with connectivity validation, performance testing, and troubleshooting
• Ensure smooth production operations, including change management, outage coordination, and escalation handling
• Collaborate cross-functionally with DBA, infrastructure, and application teams

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Exadata architecture, HA/DR, and performance tuning
• Proven experience in Oracle database migrations (VM → Exadata) in enterprise environments
• Expertise in Oracle client connectivity (JDBC, ODP.NET, OCI, TNS, DNS-based routing)
• Deep understanding of application-to-database interactions
• Experience supporting enterprise applications (Pega, middleware, portals, etc.)
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and post-migration validation processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in Oracle database engineering, migrations, and production support

Preferred Skills:
• Exposure to DB2, MS SQL Server, or other RDBMS
• Strong communication skills with ability to work across technical teams
• Experience in fast-paced, high-availability enterprise environments