Application Database Administrator

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The Application Database Administrator (Oracle APEX & PostgreSQL Modernization) must be able to meet the key criteria below:

Location:Hybrid-Remote. Must be able to be onsite, as needed, for program execution in Suitland, MD.

Years’ Experience: 3+ years database administration experience

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in IT related field.

Security Clearance: IBR is a federal contractor. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance issued by the United States Census Bureau. This agency handles and adjudicates the security clearance process.

NOTE: United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance.

Employment Type: Full Time

Work Schedules: IBR promotes work-life balance by offering flexible scheduling options. Standard business hours are aligned to the Eastern Time Zone.

Key Skills:

• Must have Oracle APEX experience. PostgreSQL experience is desirable.
• Experience supporting databases across on-prem and AWS cloud environments

Position Overview

We are seeking an Application Database Administrator to support and enhance a suite of mission‑critical enterprise applications. The current environment relies heavily on Oracle and Oracle APEX, with an organizational initiative to modernize the database layer toward PostgreSQL. This role is ideal for someone with strong SQL/PL/SQL experience, hands‑on APEX development, and an interest in or exposure to Oracle‑to‑PostgreSQL migration.

You will work closely with developers, testers, DevOps engineers, and system administrators to deliver high‑quality application functionality, improve database performance, automate deployments, optimize stored procedures, and support modernization activities within an Agile framework.

Responsibilities

Application & APEX Development Support

• Build, maintain, and optimize Oracle APEX pages, components, forms, and interactive reports.
• Develop PL/SQL procedures, packages, triggers, and functions that support business logic
• Troubleshoot application‑layer database issues and improve SQL efficiency.

Performance Tuning & Optimization

• Tune SQL queries, review execution plans, right‑size indexes, and resolve database performance bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with reporting/analytics teams to optimize queries powering dashboards and reports.

Modernization to PostgreSQL

• Participate in efforts to migrate data models, business logic, and application SQL from Oracle to PostgreSQL.
• Assist with schema conversion, PL/SQL to PL/pgSQL refactoring, and testing for functional equivalence.
• Contribute to modernization planning and ensure application compatibility during transitions.

Automation, Scripting & CI/CD

• Support automated build/test/deploy pipelines for database objects and APEX applications.
• Use scripting languages (Shell, Python, PowerShell) to streamline routine tasks and deployments.
• Maintain source control standards in Git and ensure full traceability to Agile work items.

Security, Documentation & Agile Collaboration

• Follow security and compliance best practices for database access, auditing, and data handling.
• Maintain procedural and technical documentation in shared knowledge platforms.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with cross‑functional technical teams.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional database administration experience with a concentration in supporting Oracle and Oracle APEX in production environments.
• Bachelor’s Degree in IT related field
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
• Hands‑on experience with Oracle APEX and PL/SQL development.
• Strong SQL tuning and performance troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with Git‑based source control and Agile delivery processes.
• Experience supporting or collaborating with reporting/analytics or BI teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to or interest in Oracle‑to‑PostgreSQL migration, including schema and code conversion.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud database services (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Knowledge of Java‑based application stacks and their database interactions.
• Relevant database or cloud certifications.

Application Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed as received and accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role primarily involves sedentary work, in a workplace and/or home office environment. There are some physical demands associated with the role, including:

• Extended periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of equipment or materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional travel to client sites or meetings may be required.
• Work may need to be performed in a fast-paced environment requiring quick decision making.
• Flexible work arrangements may be available based on business needs.
• Will be exposed to a wide variety of clients in differing functions, personalities, and abilities.

Benefits and Compensation Information
At Imagine Believe Realize, LLC (IBR), we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to attracting and retaining exceptional talent by offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and programs that support employees' health, financial well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. Eligible employees enjoy a robust total rewards package that includes:

• Nationwide medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401k matching
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability at no cost to our employees
• Supplemental insurance options
• Flexible spending accounts and Dependent Care spending accounts
• Wellness incentives
• Reimbursement for professional development and certifications
• Access to training assistance opportunities to support career growth and progression
• Hybrid and Remote work opportunities to support work-life balance

Salary Range: $90,000.00 – $125,000.00 USD annually.

This salary range represents the anticipated range for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, work location, internal equity, and business needs.

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Pay Transparency

The anticipated compensation range for this position will be provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, education, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.

In addition to base pay, eligible employees may be offered a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, retirement benefits, bonus opportunities, and other programs, where applicable. Eligibility for benefits and incentive programs is governed by the terms of the applicable plans and company policies.