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Performance Engineer

Apolis, New York

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Job Title: Performance Engineer (Oracle Database Administration & Performance Tuning)
Location: Decatur, Alabama (100% Onsite)
Job Type: Contract 12 Months
Max Client Bill Rate: $65/Hour
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Performance Engineer with strong expertise in Oracle Database Administration and Performance Tuning to join our team. This is a 100% onsite position in Decatur, Alabama , and requires a candidate who can work independently to analyze, optimize, and enhance database performance.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage and administer Oracle databases to ensure optimal performance, security, and availability.
  • Perform database performance tuning and troubleshooting to identify bottlenecks and enhance efficiency.
  • Conduct query optimization , indexing strategies, and data partitioning to improve performance.
  • nalyze and optimize database schemas, configurations, and execution plans .
  • Work closely with development and infrastructure teams to ensure database best practices.
  • Proactively monitor system performance , troubleshoot issues, and recommend improvements.
  • Implement and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions .
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards, security policies, and compliance regulations .
Required Skills & Experience:
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in Oracle Database Administration (DBA) .
  • Expertise in Oracle Performance Tuning , SQL query optimization, and troubleshooting.
  • Strong understanding of Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and Exadata .
  • Experience with PL/SQL scripting and automation tools.
  • Knowledge of database indexing, partitioning, and caching mechanisms .
  • Hands-on experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for monitoring and diagnostics.
  • bility to work independently, self-motivated, and drive performance improvements.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with cloud-based Oracle databases (AWS, Azure, OCI) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with database security best practices .
Knowledge of NoSQL databases and other modern database technologies is a plus.