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Ascend Analytics

Oracle DBA

Ascend Analytics, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301

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Overview

Job Title:

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

- Remote at

Ascend Analytics . Note: Ascend Analytics is not able to offer visa sponsorships at this time. Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain Oracle RDBMS across development, testing, and production environments. Manage complex database storage structures, backups, and recovery strategies using tools such as Dell Modular Disk Storage Manager, Windows Disk Management, ASM Disk Manager, and DBCA. Administer database user accounts and roles, ensuring appropriate access controls and compliance with security policies. Regularly update and enforce database security protocols to protect sensitive data and maintain regulatory compliance. Refactor and automate database maintenance processes to improve performance, stability, and scalability. Manage the full lifecycle of Oracle databases—from disk provisioning and configuration to secure decommissioning. Document and streamline operational procedures to enable repeatable, error-free deployments and support knowledge transfer. Collaboration & Communication

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, analysts, and data scientists to support data-driven initiatives. Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, contributing to design discussions and project planning. Cloud Migration & Azure Integration

Lead or support planning, execution, and validation of Oracle database migrations from on-premises to Microsoft Azure, including lift-and-shift, replatforming, or refactoring approaches. Work with Azure and Oracle teams to ensure seamless transition and integration of hosted services. Provision and manage Azure resources such as Virtual Machines, Azure Blob Storage, and networking components to support database workloads. Monitor and optimize database performance in Azure using tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Oracle Enterprise Manager. Implement and maintain security best practices for Oracle databases in Azure, including encryption, access controls, and regulatory compliance. Design and implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions using Azure-native services (e.g., Azure Site Recovery, Availability Sets, or Zones). Monitor and manage cloud resource usage to ensure cost-effective deployment and scaling of Oracle workloads in Azure. DevOps & Automation

Integrate DevOps practices into database administration, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and automated monitoring. Use tools like Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep to automate provisioning and configuration of Azure infrastructure for Oracle databases. Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Oracle on Azure Linux VMs, including patching, tuning, and backup strategies. Familiarity with Azure Migrate, Azure Database Migration Service, or third-party tools such as Toad. Knowledge of Oracle licensing models in cloud environments. Experience with hybrid cloud architectures and networking between on-prem and Azure (e.g., VPN, ExpressRoute). Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate. Experience with DevOps and automation. Compensation & Benefits

Salary:

$110,000 – $130,000

plus a generous quarterly bonus based on performance. Negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Ascend values our employees and often pays above industry average. Flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and benefits including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401(k) plan. Ascend Analytics is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@ascendanalytics.com. EEO & Accessibility

Ascend Analytics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities as needed during the application process.

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