Oracle DBA

About INTERACTIVE BROKERS!

This is a hybrid role (three days in the office/two days remote).

 

Interactive Brokers Group has been consistently at the forefront of trading innovation, starting with the invention of the first floor-based handheld computer in 1983. We pride ourselves on being primarily a technology company and challenging the status quo. We push boundaries to offer our clients the best trading platform with the most sophisticated features at the lowest cost. Software development is the lifeblood of our firm, and it shows in our stellar brokerage platform. Interactive Brokers is regularly recognized as a leader in the financial services industry.

 

About Your Team:

The global Database Administration team supports all database operations within Interactive Brokers and its subsidiaries. 

 

What will be your responsibilities within IBKR: 

We are seeking a hands-on Oracle DBA to join our growing team. You will support database operations in our Production, Development, and QA database environments. You will interact closely with other members of the Database Administration, Software Developers, and Operations teams. The best results come when all team members understand the business problems we are working to solve.

 

Which skills are required:

• BS in Computer Science or Mathematics or any related quantitative field
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience with Oracle, preferably 19c or higher on Redhat Linux.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve database performance or availability issues as they arise, interacting with database users as needed.
• Experience with Oracle query tuning methodologies and ability to offer tuning suggestions as needed.
• Experience with Oracle RMAN, Flashback, DataGuard, Oracle RAC and ASM.
• Exposure to working with large databases and large datasets
• Experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager- able to drill down in OEM to identify performance issues.
• Work on projects as assigned and drive them to completion according to the group's current standards and procedures. Document the steps taken and methods utilized in any project.
• Maintain availability after hours and occasionally work nights/weekends to perform database operations and maintenance.
• Composure in high-stress situations with an ability to communicate with clarity

To be successful in this position, you will have the following:

• Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision.
• Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent collaboration and communication (Verbal and written) skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced technology environment.
• Working knowledge of Confluence, Jira and ServiceNow.

Company Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus and stock grant
• Retirement plan 401(k) with a competitive company match
• Excellent health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits. Company-paid medical healthcare premium.
• Wellness screenings and assessments, health coaches and counseling services through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off and a generous parental leave policy
• Daily company lunch allowance provided, and a fully stocked kitchen with healthy options for breakfast and snack
• Corporate events, including team outings, dinners, volunteer activities and company sports teams
• Education reimbursement and learning opportunities
• Modern offices with multi-monitor setups