Job Summary

Senior Database Administrator
Purdue University – (Remote)

Join a community that designs, builds, and sustains the systems powering a world-class academic experience. At Purdue, we’re driven by curiosity and collaboration—turning complex technical challenges into solutions that move the University forward.

As a Senior Database Administrator, you’ll bring depth in Oracle database administration to support Purdue’s enterprise student systems. You’ll work under limited supervision, leading the administration of both production and non-production environments that directly support student success and institutional operations.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise Oracle databases in Exadata
• Proactively monitor system performance and security, anticipating challenges before they impact users
• Develop and apply innovative solutions—including custom scripts and utilities—to enhance efficiency and reliability
• Implement and uphold University policies for database security and compliance
• Collaborate with developers on design recommendations, physical models, and integration efforts
• Document configuration and operational procedures with precision and clarity
• Serve as a technical lead on projects, guiding architecture and design discussions across teams focused on student service solutions
• You will work on the latest technology form Oracle in Exadata, moving the university forward with automation and creativity

What You Bring

• Extensive experience in Oracle database administration in Exadata for enterprise systems
• Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to performance optimization and issue prevention
• Capacity to translate complex technical policies into practical, operational solutions
• Curiosity and initiative to explore innovative tools and processes
• Commitment to teamwork and communication across technical disciplines

Why Purdue
At Purdue, your expertise contributes to something greater—advancing solutions that serve nearly 50,000 students and an innovative campus community. You’ll be part of a collaborative IT culture where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work has lasting impact.

Be part of the persistent pursuit of the next giant leap.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in computer technology, computer science, computer engineering or related technical field preferred
• At least four (4) years progressively responsible experience in database, systems, application administration. 
  • This experience should include Oracle database administration and experience in the Ellucian Banner suite of products
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted

Preferred:

• A current Oracle certification and experience with Oracle database administration in Oracle Exadata
• Experience in Ellucian Banner suite of products

Skills Required:

• Demonstrated skills:
  • in and knowledge of all aspects of database administration, including troubleshooting complex issues, application server and database tuning, performance monitoring, upgrading, patching, backup/recovery, disaster recovery, Data Guard, Oracle RAC, Exadata, and cloning
  • with various methods of Oracle performance tuning including configuration, table partitioning, and data storage in an Exadata environment
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • troubleshoot beyond the database environment and into related operating systems and application areas
  • research and troubleshoot complex problems independently and the ability to work in a team environment
  • install, administer, maintain, support and monitor the performance of various vendor and open source software, including managing upgrades and patches
• Strong SQL, Oracle and/or UNIX shell scripting skills
• Good communication skills are necessary to interact with customers, partners, and other IT teams in a professional manner
• Must be willing and able to own responsibility for critical database/information systems
• Ability to:
  • be self-motivated and manage multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines
  • work evening and/or weekends as needed to support scheduled updates and unplanned outages on a 24 hour per day, 365 day per year basis

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period   
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

Professional 3

• Pay Band S075
• Job Code #20002039

Career path maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

Who We Are

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.