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Oracle Database Administrator roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in computer science, information technology, or a related STEM field. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan. You get up to 36 months total to work and build toward long-term sponsorship.
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This is a fast-growth position in the Database Team for a mentee to work 1:1 with an experienced mentor to become a senior Oracle Database Administrator and senior Oracle EBS DBA. The successful database technology professional at Wabtec will enjoy using and expanding their database understanding, oracle ebs knowledge, analytical and research abilities, written and verbal communication excellence, and passion for implementing critical infrastructure to supplement an existing, experienced team. This role is visible to multiple levels of internal and customer organizations, allows creative decision making and problem solving, and is rewarding for the candidate that thrives on teamwork as well as growth in database administration and design experience. The person in this role will come in with an open mind and zest for learning. The goal is to learn from and grow into a leadership role on the database team who can guide Wabtec into the future.
LOCATION
Location: Erie, PA; Pittsburgh, PA, Fort Worth, TX; Chicago, IL; Atlanta, GA; Melbourne, FL or other U.S. Wabtec locations may be considered.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install, upgrade, configure, tune, debug, and patch all components of the Oracle 19c technology stack including Oracle GRID, ASM, Clusterware, and database instances
- Install, upgrade, configure, tune, and debug all aspects of Oracle DataGuard
- Monitor and tune Cloud databases and components
- Monitor, patch, tune and debug Oracle EBS
- Monitor database performance, space utilization, identify potential problems and ensure database availability
- Install, upgrade, configure, and patch Oracle Enterprise Manager 13c
- Install, upgrade, configure, and patch Oracle pluggable database configurations using 19c
- Designs, implements, and maintains database and database infrastructure security
- Provide evaluation, architecture, and integration skills to support COTS and/or developed products within the Oracle database framework
- Implement architected HA/DR solutions to ensure application availability
- Identify and develop automation of repetitive processes to minimize errors and maximize service delivery using Linux scripting, SQL, PL/SQL and cron jobs
- Interface and communicate effectively across various support teams and with senior management
- Support 24/7/365 applications based in local data centers, the cloud (AWS & OCI)
- Research technology, support business requirements, propose changes, and develop migration and implementation
- Manage the general contractor DBA team to ensure they follow standards and meet SLAs
- Manage ticketing and incidents in ServiceNow to ensure SLAs are met or exceeded
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)
- Associates Degree required or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 5 years hand-on experience using Enterprise Oracle environments (version 12c minimum)
- Minimum 5 years hand-on experience supporting Oracle EBS 12.2
- RedHat Linux experience
- Willingness, ability and capacity to learn rapidly
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Strategic and creative thinking to analyze issues that may arise and create solutions
- Ability to respond positively to feedback and implement change in process and procedures as needed
- Ability to learn Advanced DataGuard including switchover and debugging
- Capacity to learn scripting (shell, sql, pl/sql) for repetitive administrative tasks
- Ability to expand social network to improve database skills
- Ability to accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously
- Effective problem identification and solution skills
- Ability and willingness to learn cloud environment technologies
- Awareness of Oracle security best practices
- Demonstrated understanding of Oracle Patching methodologies
- Understanding of Oracle operational support best practices
- Understanding of Oracle database tuning practices
- Ability to work as part of a technical team in designing, deploying, and administering systems
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong sense of personal accountability
- Ability to develop and follow procedures
- Experience with ServiceNow ticketing system
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, particularly in documenting installation and configuration processes
- Experience administering a production-state system, and interacting directly with customers
- Strong interpersonal skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
INTRODUCTION
This is a fast-growth position in the Database Team for a mentee to work 1:1 with an experienced mentor to become a senior Oracle Database Administrator and senior Oracle EBS DBA. The successful database technology professional at Wabtec will enjoy using and expanding their database understanding, oracle ebs knowledge, analytical and research abilities, written and verbal communication excellence, and passion for implementing critical infrastructure to supplement an existing, experienced team. This role is visible to multiple levels of internal and customer organizations, allows creative decision making and problem solving, and is rewarding for the candidate that thrives on teamwork as well as growth in database administration and design experience. The person in this role will come in with an open mind and zest for learning. The goal is to learn from and grow into a leadership role on the database team who can guide Wabtec into the future.
LOCATION
Location: Erie, PA; Pittsburgh, PA, Fort Worth, TX; Chicago, IL; Atlanta, GA; Melbourne, FL or other U.S. Wabtec locations may be considered.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install, upgrade, configure, tune, debug, and patch all components of the Oracle 19c technology stack including Oracle GRID, ASM, Clusterware, and database instances
- Install, upgrade, configure, tune, and debug all aspects of Oracle DataGuard
- Monitor and tune Cloud databases and components
- Monitor, patch, tune and debug Oracle EBS
- Monitor database performance, space utilization, identify potential problems and ensure database availability
- Install, upgrade, configure, and patch Oracle Enterprise Manager 13c
- Install, upgrade, configure, and patch Oracle pluggable database configurations using 19c
- Designs, implements, and maintains database and database infrastructure security
- Provide evaluation, architecture, and integration skills to support COTS and/or developed products within the Oracle database framework
- Implement architected HA/DR solutions to ensure application availability
- Identify and develop automation of repetitive processes to minimize errors and maximize service delivery using Linux scripting, SQL, PL/SQL and cron jobs
- Interface and communicate effectively across various support teams and with senior management
- Support 24/7/365 applications based in local data centers, the cloud (AWS & OCI)
- Research technology, support business requirements, propose changes, and develop migration and implementation
- Manage the general contractor DBA team to ensure they follow standards and meet SLAs
- Manage ticketing and incidents in ServiceNow to ensure SLAs are met or exceeded
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)
- Associates Degree required or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 5 years hand-on experience using Enterprise Oracle environments (version 12c minimum)
- Minimum 5 years hand-on experience supporting Oracle EBS 12.2
- RedHat Linux experience
- Willingness, ability and capacity to learn rapidly
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Strategic and creative thinking to analyze issues that may arise and create solutions
- Ability to respond positively to feedback and implement change in process and procedures as needed
- Ability to learn Advanced DataGuard including switchover and debugging
- Capacity to learn scripting (shell, sql, pl/sql) for repetitive administrative tasks
- Ability to expand social network to improve database skills
- Ability to accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously
- Effective problem identification and solution skills
- Ability and willingness to learn cloud environment technologies
- Awareness of Oracle security best practices
- Demonstrated understanding of Oracle Patching methodologies
- Understanding of Oracle operational support best practices
- Understanding of Oracle database tuning practices
- Ability to work as part of a technical team in designing, deploying, and administering systems
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong sense of personal accountability
- Ability to develop and follow procedures
- Experience with ServiceNow ticketing system
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, particularly in documenting installation and configuration processes
- Experience administering a production-state system, and interacting directly with customers
- Strong interpersonal skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Oracle Database Administrator
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a STEM-designated field. Your DSO can confirm eligibility. Degrees in computer science, management information systems, and information technology consistently qualify for the STEM OPT extension for DBA roles.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
STEM OPT requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before you start work. Use Migrate Mate to filter Oracle DBA roles by verified E-Verify employers, so you don't invest interview time in companies that can't legally hire you.
Target Oracle-heavy industries with LCA filing history
Financial services, healthcare systems, and federal contractors run large Oracle environments and file LCAs regularly. Cross-reference DOL disclosure data to identify employers who have sponsored database roles before, signaling familiarity with the immigration paperwork your hire requires.
Build your I-983 training plan around DBA competencies
Your I-983 must connect your Oracle DBA duties to your STEM degree's learning objectives. Document skills like performance tuning, backup and recovery, and schema design. A vague training plan is one of the most common reasons USCIS flags STEM OPT extensions for review.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship intent before the offer stage
STEM OPT gives you up to 36 months total, but H-1B sponsorship timelines mean your employer must file no later than your third April of employment. Raise sponsorship intent during late-stage interviews so you're not blindsided after your authorization window closes.
Check prevailing wage for your Oracle DBA level before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up wage levels for database administrators in your target metro area. Employers who offer below Level I prevailing wage are unlikely to successfully sponsor an LCA later, which creates problems when you transition from STEM OPT.
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Find Oracle Database Administrator JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does an Oracle Database Administrator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information technology, or management information systems. The role itself must also be directly related to that degree. O*NET classifies database administrators under a STEM-aligned occupational category, which supports eligibility, but your DSO must confirm your specific CIP code qualifies before you apply for the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to STEM OPT employers?
Every employer hiring a STEM OPT student must be enrolled in E-Verify before the employment start date. This isn't optional, and a company that enrolled in E-Verify after you started won't satisfy the requirement retroactively. You can confirm enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search tool. Browse Oracle DBA roles at Migrate Mate, which filters for E-Verify-enrolled employers.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a DBA role?
Your I-983 must describe how your Oracle DBA duties connect to the STEM field of your degree. Include specific learning goals tied to database design, performance monitoring, security administration, or Oracle-specific tools like RMAN or Data Guard. Both you and your employer's authorized representative must sign it, and USCIS can request it during any review of your extension.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm on STEM OPT and my employer files for H-1B?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. Your EAD doesn't need to be renewed during this period. If the petition isn't selected, your STEM OPT authorization ends at its original expiration date, so having a contingency plan matters.
Can I work as a contractor or through a third-party staffing agency on STEM OPT?
Yes, but the arrangement must meet USCIS requirements. The company where you actually perform work must sign the I-983 as the employer of record if they control your day-to-day tasks. Staffing agency arrangements for STEM OPT are scrutinized more closely, so confirm with your DSO that the specific setup satisfies the training relationship requirement before accepting an offer.
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