Database Administrator

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Closing Date: Monday, July 6, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Location: 40 St Clair Avenue, Toronto, Totonto, Ontario, Canada

Client: Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement

Department: Land & Resources Cluster

Start Date: 2026-07-13

End Date: 2027-03-31

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Type: Contract

Job ID: 06298

Project Overview

To respond to the priorities of the Government of Ontario through the passage of the Bill 5, Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act 2025, the resource may be partially assigned to Bill 5 related projects or initiatives on an as needed basis.

Key Responsibilities

Creates and implements physical database designs and operates and administers the database management system (DBMS) including database optimization, capacity planning, installation and migration, database design, performance tuning, backup and recovery.
Database optimization, capacity planning, installation and migration, database design, performance tuning, backup and recovery.
Maintain and monitor a number of Oracle 12c and above databases in large multi-tenant environments including database administration, maintenance, optimization, migration, and fine tuning of databases
Design, build and configure Oracle Database Servers on Windows, Solaris, Linux
Ensure existing databases meet performance requirements including but not limited to SIEBEL, ARCGIS, APEX databases on Oracle
Ensure that all deployed databases are secure and that appropriate security and auditing controls are in place to meet security and privacy requirements
Provide database administration technical expertise during design and architecture phases of new solutions
Lead and design solutions for enterprise Oracle migration project to migrate to 19c
Plan, manage and coordinate implementation of technically advanced complex systems and assist in Data refreshes to lower non-production environment
Provide regular support to resolve complex and unique database management issues
Provide expert support and guidance to production database systems and clients by overseeing the deployment and evaluation of complex Oracle databases
Provide support and maintenance of databases in GoCloud and on premise-based environments
Carry out complex/specialized systems analysis and design for success of Oracle migration
Implement and Configure TDE, Dataguard, RAC, OMS, OEM 13c and Oracle Golden Gate
Provide assistance with replicated database management and migration
Documentation of your technical work such that knowledge can be transferred to you colleagues
Identifies, analyses, prioritizes and communicates technical risks for decision makers
Provides recommendations and mitigation strategies based on a detailed evaluation of technical risks and issues
Communicates effectively to identify needs and evaluate solutions to complex business and technical issues
Work with Siebel Application developers collaboratively and deploy SIEBEL solution patches and upgrades.
Develop, Maintain and Support ETL process to facilitate transfer of data from SIEBEL database to other staging databases for consumption.

Qualifications & Requirements

REQUIRED

Must be able to work 5 days onsite per week at OPS office location
10+ years of proven experience in database administration, including database design, implementation, maintenance and support
5+ years of experience in PL/SQL, creating data ETL procedures and packages, and query optimization techniques
Hands-on experience with DBMS operations such as installation, configuration, migration, and upgrades
Strong knowledge of performance tuning, optimization, and capacity planning
Experience with one Oracle and SQL Server
Experience working with On-Prem and Cloud Technologies such as Azure and OCI Platforms.
Experience with RAC, Golden Gate, Data Guard Technologies.
Experience with information retrieval tools and query languages such as TOAD, OEM and DB Artisan
Experience with one or more operating systems
Experience with one or more communications protocols
Experience in monitoring and enforcing database rules
Experience in Incident, Problem, Change, Configuration and capacity planning Management procedures

NICE TO HAVE

Experience with distributed data systems
Experience with middleware technologies such Web logic, OEM middleware, etc.
Experience with researching and implementing cyber security vulnerability remediations
Awareness of emerging IT trends and directions
Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practices
Experience in Database Administration, Maintenance and Optimization and vendor support services.
Experience and expert knowledge in technology and/or application required including installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrade (technology stack) and cloning
Additional Skills for Case Management and ERP Experience in designing/developing an automated data distribution mechanism
Knowledge and understanding of object-oriented analysis and design techniques.
Experience in developing enterprise architecture deliverables (e.g. models)
Knowledge and understanding of Ontario Government Enterprise Architecture processes and practice
Experience in impact analysis, implementation planning and implementation of technology or suite specific patches, maintenance packs and releases, and technology stack patch sets and releases
Experience in technical design, planning and implementation of specific technology or suite

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Database Administration Expertise - 50%

10+ years proven experience in database administration, including database design, implementation, maintenance and support
Hands-on experience with DBMS operations such as installation, configuration, migration, and upgrades
Experience with RAC, Golden Gate, Data Guard Technologies.
Experience with performance tuning, optimization, and capacity planning
Experience with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
Experience monitoring and enforcing database rules, policies, and standards
Knowledge of Incident, Problem, Change, and Configuration Management processes (e.g., ITIL practices)
Experience with database security, access control, and data integrity management
Basic understanding of communication protocols and networking concepts relevant to databases
Ability to support database connectivity and integration across systems

Technical Proficiency - 35%

Experience with one or more database technologies (e.g., Oracle 12c and above, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) in large multi-tenant environments
Proficiency in PL/SQL, creating data ETL procedures and Packages, and query optimization techniques
Experience working with On-Prem and Cloud Technologies such as Azure and OCI Platforms.
Experience working with multiple operating system such as Linux, Unix, and Windows
Working knowledge of one or more programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell)
Experience with information retrieval tools and query languages such as TOAD, OEM and DB Artisan
Experience coordinating implementation of technically advanced complex systems resources to lower non-production environment

Soft Skills - 15%

Strong ability to troubleshoot complex database issues and optimize system performance
Ability to document processes, designs, and operational procedures clearly
Experience in providing complex/specialized systems analysis and design for success
Communicates effectively to drive technical outcomes with technical staff/teammates
Demonstrated critical thinking and decision-making capabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset

Key Skills & Competencies

Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, PL/SQL, ETL, RAC, Golden Gate, Data Guard, TOAD, OEM, DB Artisan, Azure, OCI, Windows, Solaris, Linux, SIEBEL, ARCGIS, APEX, TDE, OMS, WebLogic, GoCloud, Python, Shell Scripting, Performance Tuning, Backup and Recovery, Database Design, Database Migration, Capacity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Database Security

Applications for this position will be accepted until Monday, July 6, 2026 at 12:00 p.m..

If you meet the requirements for this role, please apply now.

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