Oracle Database Administrator

Southern Company•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Shape the future of data at Southern Company. We’re looking for a talented Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) who’s passionate about designing, optimizing, and securing enterprise-class database solutions. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with developers, architects, and infrastructure teams to deliver high-performing, reliable, and secure data environments that power our business and innovation. What You’ll Do As a key member of our Database Services team, you’ll: Design, implement, and maintain scalable, cost-effective, and high-quality Oracle database solutions for new and existing applications. Partner with internal technology teams to translate business requirements into robust database architectures. Manage all aspects of database lifecycle—from installation and configuration to upgrades, patching, and disaster recovery. Optimize performance at both SQL and DBMS levels, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability. Oversee logical and physical database design, schema management, space monitoring, and capacity planning. Implement and maintain security controls, backups, and recovery strategies aligned with corporate and regulatory standards. Troubleshoot complex database issues and perform root cause analysis to ensure system stability. Participate in on-call rotation to support mission-critical systems. Build strong relationships with business units and IT partners, providing expert consultation and guidance on database technologies. Contribute to special projects and initiatives that drive innovation and continuous improvement. Reporting Relationship: This position reports to a Manager within Database Services Physical Demands / Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee and those an employee may encounter while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is generally sedentary, with no specific need for physical coordination or effort. May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access everyday activities. Tasks do not expose employee to physically unpleasant or hazardous condition strategies that drive our business forward. We offer a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, and your ideas make a difference.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred.
Deep expertise in database management systems, especially Oracle (19c, 23ai).
Strong understanding of Oracle RAC, DataGuard, and high availability and disaster recovery architectures.
Proven experience in issue resolution, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
Strong performance tuning skills, with both SQL and RDBMS.
Working knowledge of database security and data privacy. Familiarity with SOX compliance is a plus.
Proficient in Unix/Linux environments, including scripting and automation.
Working knowledge of RMAN and backup and recovery concepts.
Understanding of software development methodologies, application architectures (Web, Client/Server, Batch), and related tools.
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team.
Proven leadership in small projects and internal initiatives.
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and service.
Skilled at prioritizing multiple tasks and adapting to changing priorities.
Proactive, resourceful, and driven to implement best practices and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Exadata, OEM, OUD, Oracle CMU, Oracle Goldengate are a plus.
Exposure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) a plus.
Exposure to other database platforms and technologies is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain scalable, cost-effective, and high-quality Oracle database solutions for new and existing applications.
Partner with internal technology teams to translate business requirements into robust database architectures.
Manage all aspects of database lifecycle—from installation and configuration to upgrades, patching, and disaster recovery.
Optimize performance at both SQL and DBMS levels, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability.
Oversee logical and physical database design, schema management, space monitoring, and capacity planning.
Implement and maintain security controls, backups, and recovery strategies aligned with corporate and regulatory standards.
Troubleshoot complex database issues and perform root cause analysis to ensure system stability.
Participate in on-call rotation to support mission-critical systems.
Build strong relationships with business units and IT partners, providing expert consultation and guidance on database technologies.
Contribute to special projects and initiatives that drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s).
A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf.
Additional and specific details about total compensation and beneﬁts will also be provided during the hiring process.

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