Job Title: Oracle EBS Apps DBA
Location: Lincolnshire, IL (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
Duration: 3 months (contract to hire)
 Position Overview
Client seeking an experienced Data Platform Engineer (Oracle EBS Application DBA) to support the technical vision, development, administration, and evolution of enterprise data platforms. This role combines Application DBA and Platform DBA responsibilities, supporting mission-critical Oracle environments while driving modernization initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.2.x, Oracle Database 19c RAC, Oracle WebLogic, Linux/Unix, and enterprise database administration. Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Oracle Fusion, Oracle Middleware, Terraform, or Oracle EPM is highly preferred.Key Responsibilities
Database & Platform Administration

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise Oracle database environments.
• Administer Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) 12.2.x environments.
• Manage Oracle Database 19c+ RAC environments on Linux/Unix.
• Support Oracle WebLogic Server administration.
• Ensure database security, integrity, availability, and performance.
• Develop database standards, operational procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor system health and implement performance improvements.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot production issues.
• Recommend platform enhancements to improve scalability, reliability, and availability.

System Administration & Support

• Perform:
  • Database patching
  • Cloning
  • Backup & Recovery
  • Database upgrades
• Troubleshoot Oracle EBS and database-related issues.
• Deploy, upgrade, relocate, and decommission database servers.
• Support both on-premises and cloud-based Oracle environments.
• Provide advanced technical support for Oracle applications and databases.

Platform Engineering & Architecture

• Support enterprise data platform modernization initiatives.
• Participate in architecture discussions and technology roadmaps.
• Define enterprise database strategies and architecture standards.
• Drive adoption of modern database technologies and cloud platforms.
• Contribute to new platform initiatives and continuous improvements.
• Support mission-critical enterprise systems in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred).
• 5+ years of Oracle Database Administration experience.
• Strong experience with Oracle Database 19c (or higher) RAC on Linux/Unix.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Oracle software installation
  • Database creation
  • Performance tuning
  • Patching
  • Backup & Recovery
• Expert-level experience administering Oracle EBS R12.2.x.
• Experience with Oracle EBS upgrades, migrations, and production support.
• Strong Oracle WebLogic Server administration experience:
  • Installation
  • Configuration
  • Patching
  • Upgrades
• Strong Linux/Unix administration skills.
• Experience with Shell Scripting.
• Experience developing automation and monitoring tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Oracle Fusion Applications
• Oracle Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)
• Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)
• Oracle Middleware:
  • SOA Suite
  • Oracle Data Integrator (ODI)
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
• Oracle Certifications:
  • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
  • Oracle Certified Associate (OCA)
  • OCI Architect Certification
  • WebLogic Server Administrator Certification
• Understanding of cloud-based data platform architectures.

Required Skills

• Oracle Database Administration
• Oracle EBS R12.2.x
• Oracle Database 19c RAC
• Oracle WebLogic Server
• Linux
• Unix
• Shell Scripting
• Database Performance Tuning
• Backup & Recovery
• Database Patching
• Database Cloning
• Oracle RAC
• Oracle Application DBA
• Production Support
• Troubleshooting
• Root Cause Analysis

Preferred Skills

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Oracle Fusion
• Oracle EPM
• Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)
• Oracle SOA Suite
• Oracle Data Integrator (ODI)
• Terraform (IaC)
• Oracle Middleware
• Cloud Architecture
• Oracle Certifications (OCP/OCA/OCI)
• Automation Tools
• Enterprise Data Platforms

Domain
Primary Domain: Database Administration (DBA) / Data Platform Engineering
Technology Stack:

• Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS)
• Oracle Database
• Oracle RAC
• Oracle WebLogic
• Linux/Unix
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws.The pay rate for this position is $76.10/hr.