66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential.
At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way.
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Oracle DBA with 7–8 years of experience to join our Managed Services team. This role is unique; you will be responsible for maintaining the stability and performance of our current legacy environments while simultaneously architecting, migrating, and managing our future-state database infrastructure.
As a consultant-minded DBA, you will act as a trusted advisor to our customers, ensuring their data remains secure, highly available, and scalable as they transition to modern cloud or hybrid architectures.
ResponsibilitiesCore Database Management (Current State)
- Administration: Perform day-to-day monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Oracle 12c, 19c, and 21c environments.
- Performance Tuning: Proactively identify bottlenecks using AWR, ADDM, and ASH reports. Optimize complex SQL queries and memory structures.
- High Availability: Manage and maintain Oracle RAC, Data Guard, and GoldenGate for real-time replication and disaster recovery.
- Security & Patching: Execute quarterly RU/PSU patching and ensure compliance with security standards (encryption, auditing, and user access control).
- Cloud Migration: Lead the migration of on-premises databases to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), AWS (RDS/EC2), or Azure.
- Modernization: Implement and manage Autonomous Databases (ADW/ATP) and Exadata Cloud Service.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Utilize Terraform or Ansible to automate database provisioning and configuration management.
- Architecture Design: Assist in designing scalable, multi-tenant architectures that align with the customer’s long-term digital transformation goals.
Managed Services Excellence
- SLA Management: Ensure all database services meet or exceed defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Customer Advisory: Translate technical database concepts into business value for stakeholders.
- Incident Management: Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for critical production outages.
Technical Requirements
Category
Required Skills & Tools
Databases
Oracle 12c/19c/21c, Multitenant Architecture (CDB/PDB).
High Availability
Oracle RAC, Data Guard, Active Data Guard, GoldenGate.
Backup & Recovery
Advanced RMAN strategies, ZDLRA, and Cross-platform migrations.
Cloud Platforms
OCI (preferred), AWS, or Azure database services.
Operating Systems
Expert-level Linux/Unix shell scripting.
Performance
Advanced SQL Tuning, Optimizer management, and OEM 13c.
Qualifications
- Experience: 7–8 years of dedicated Oracle DBA experience, preferably within a Managed Services Provider (MSP) or a large-scale enterprise environment.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Certifications: Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) is required; OCI Solutions Architect or Autonomous Database Specialist certifications are highly desirable.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to manage client expectations during high-pressure migrations.
Mindset: A forward-thinking approach—you don't just "fix" databases; you optimize them for the future.
66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class.
AI Transparency & DisclosureAs an AI transformation partner, 66degrees leverages intelligent solutions to enhance our recruitment experience. We utilize AI tools—including LinkedIn Recruiter’s Hiring Assistant and interview transcription technologies—to assist with sourcing, role analysis, and capturing interview highlights.
These tools augment our process, but we "Commit to Our Craft" by ensuring all final hiring decisions are made by our human Talent Team. By applying, you acknowledge the use of these technologies to help us "Win Together" in finding the best fit for our team.
66degrees Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
328 S Jefferson St, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60661
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