Cloud Specialist

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Cloud Specialist Job Description

As a Cloud Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our Oracle Cloud data platforms. Your role will involve designing, operating, and optimizing OCI-based database services, balancing availability, cost, and compliance for mission‑critical applications and analytics.

• Design secure, scalable topologies using VCN/NSGs, Load Balancing, Autoscaling, Object/Block/File Storage, and Fast Connect.

• Implement architecture with OCI Resource Manager (Terraform) and automate processes using OCI CLI/Python.

• Administer Autonomous Database (ATP/ADW), Oracle Database Cloud Service, and Exadata Cloud/Cloud@Customer.

• Perform schema design, indexing/partitioning, and SQL tuning with AWR/ASH, SQL Trace, and SQL Plan Management.

• Implement Data Guard/Active Data Guard, RAC (where applicable), and RMAN strategies to OCI Object Storage.

• Execute point‑in‑time recovery and routine disaster recovery tests to meet RPO/RTO targets.

• Proficiency with Oracle Cloud, Terraform, OCI, and DBA.

• Experience with OCI core services and SQL.

• Strong skills in scripting with Python.

• 5+ years of experience in DBA/cloud roles managing Oracle databases in production.

• Strong expertise in SQL and performance tuning.

• 4‑year technical degree (BSEE, BSCS, or BSCE).

• Hands‑on experience with OCI core services, Autonomous DB, Data Guard, RMAN, and Golden Gate.

• Proficiency with Linux, Git, and scripting (Python/Bash/Power Shell).

• Demonstrated experience implementing HA/DR, backup/restore, and security controls for regulated/PII data.

• Preferred Oracle certifications (OCI Architect/Operations, Autonomous DB, Golden Gate) and Exadata experience.

• Familiarity with Kubernetes/OKE, Redis, Times Ten, or lakehouse patterns (Object Storage + Spark/Trino).

This position is remote, with a preference for candidates located in the EST/CST time zones. You will be part of a tight‑knit team working on innovative technology and applications, providing opportunities for up‑and‑coming engineers. The work environment encourages collaboration and teamwork to successfully execute technical projects.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.

The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $67.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 2026.

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