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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Database Architect to join our dedicated team supporting a Department of Defense (DoD) customer. This role requires hands-on leadership in database design, architecture, performance tuning, and application integration for a mission-critical, web-based United States Air Force system.
Work Location: Remote
Basic Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Oracle database architecture, development, and administration.
- Expert-level proficiency with Oracle RDBMS (preferably version 19c).
- Hands-on experience with Oracle APEX, Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), OEM Agent, and the Oracle GoldenGate OEM Plugin.
- Strong knowledge of Oracle REST Data Services and Oracle WebLogic Server.
- Advanced SQL skills, including complex joins, analytical functions, and performance tuning.
- Deep expertise in PL/SQL, including the development and maintenance of complex procedures, functions, packages, and object types.
- Experience working with Linux OS and Oracle on Linux-based platforms.
- Outstanding analytic, communication, and interpersonal skills, with experience facilitating enterprise workshops, leading technical teams, and mentoring junior staff.
- Strong strategic approach to database architecture and lifecycle management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and mentor junior database developers.
- Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. Citizenship.
- Current DoD successfully adjudicated T5 investigation. Most commonly attained with a TOP SECRET clearance (Note: a TOP SECRET clearance is not required, but the T5 investigation is necessary)
Desired Qualifications and Skills:It is desirable that the candidate has the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Oracle certifications, such as Oracle Certified Master or Oracle Certified Professional.
- Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines in database development environments.
- Exposure to cloud-based Oracle solutions or experience with cloud migration projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This position will include, but is not limited to, the following tasks:
- Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-availability Oracle database solutions.
- Lead architecture decisions for Oracle 19c and associated enterprise tools.
- Develop and optimize complex SQL queries, PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, and object types.
- Oversee Oracle APEX development and ensure seamless integration with backend systems.
- Manage and monitor Oracle environments using Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) and its agent.
- Administer and optimize Oracle GoldenGate replication and OEM plugins.
- Implement and support Oracle REST Data Services (ORDS) and Oracle WebLogic Server.
- Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams on performance tuning and capacity planning.
- Mentor database engineers and guide team members on best practices in Oracle development and administration.
- Ensure database security, compliance, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery protocols.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
