Database Administrator II

A Database Administrator II is responsible for the performance, integrity and security of the databases to support the computing environment. Under direct supervision, a Database Administrator II will work through project related activities, as well as day-to-day operational tasks related to the database systems.    

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Install, configure, patch, and upgrade Oracle and SQL Server databases in on-prem and hybrid cloud environments.

• Monitor and optimize database performance; write, debug, and tune complex SQL and PL/SQL or T-SQL queries.

• Manage and test backup and disaster recovery strategies using native tools (RMAN, SQL Server native backups, etc.).

• Configure and support high availability solutions (e.g., Oracle Data Guard, RAC, Always On, Log Shipping, Failover Clustering).

• Participate in weekly rotating on-call shifts and respond to alerts, incidents, and outages in real time.

• Perform after-hours maintenance activities and support application code deployments during nights and weekends as needed.

• Use a ticketing system (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow) to manage and prioritize tasks.

• Use version control systems (e.g., Git, Bitbucket) to maintain and deploy database code and scripts.

• Collaborate with development, operations, and infrastructure teams to provide database expertise and ensure system stability.

• Be open to learning and supporting additional RDBMS platforms (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.) as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a DBA supporting both Oracle (12c and above) and SQL Server (2012 and above) in enterprise environments.

• Strong SQL, PL/SQL, and/or T-SQL skills with experience debugging, tuning, and planning rollbacks.

• Experience with backup and recovery, replication, and high availability architectures.

• Familiarity with connection pooling and resource management.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently context switch in a fast-paced setting.

• Comfortable working independently and proactively engaging in team activities.

• Willingness to work on-call and during off-hours for critical support and maintenance windows.

• Experience using ticketing and version control systems.

SKILLS/EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES

Required:

College degree or equivalent experience

5+ years database administration experience

Exceptional problem-solving skills

Above average oral and written communications skills

Willingness to work flexible schedule including nights/weekends

Must work well in a team environment

Must be able to learn independently

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization. 

Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off

• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs

• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs

• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.

Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: rar@oreillyauto.com or call 417-862-2674, ext. 68901, and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.