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Oracle Database Administrator roles are among the most consistently sponsored positions in U.S. tech and enterprise IT. Employers file H-1B visa and E-3 visa petitions regularly for DBAs, and the specialty occupation classification is well-established for this role given its degree requirements in computer science or information systems. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Date: May 1, 2026
Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85004-3903
Company: APS
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
Oracle Database Administrator, Senior
This role plays a critical part in keeping APS’s core systems secure, reliable, and performing at scale. As a Senior Oracle Database Administrator, you design, build, and support enterprise database environments that enable essential business operations across the company. Your expertise ensures that APS teams can depend on accurate, available data—supporting the delivery of safe, reliable power to communities across Arizona.
What Your Day Would Be Like:
- Designing, building, and maintaining Oracle databases in a complex, distributed environment
- Supporting both project initiatives and day‑to‑day operations on Oracle Exadata platforms
- Ensuring database performance, security, and reliability through strong physical data modeling and system design
- Troubleshooting and optimizing database performance using Linux‑based diagnostics and shell scripting
- Partnering with IT and business teams to support new solutions, system improvements, and operational stability
- Participating in a 24x7 on‑call rotation and scheduled maintenance to keep critical systems running smoothly
Who We’re Looking For:
- Strong experience designing, developing, and supporting Oracle database environments in enterprise settings
- Hands‑on expertise with Oracle Exadata, including Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and RMAN utilities
- Solid understanding of physical data models, technical architecture, and system interfaces
- Proficiency in Linux environments such as Oracle Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, with experience using shell scripting for OS‑level troubleshooting
- Ability to develop clear technical documentation and design relational database models
- A dependable, collaborative professional who values system stability, continuous improvement, and streamlined operations
Minimum Requirements
Oracle Database Administrator, Senior
- Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field
- PLUS seven (7) years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
- Requires in-depth level of technical knowledge within a job area and working knowledge of other technical areas
Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications:
- Knowledge of physical data models, technical architecture, system interfaces, etc.
- Ability to develop and write technical documentation; model and design relational databases.
- Proficient in install and supporting relational database management systems (RDMS); demonstrated continuous ability to improve operations and streamline work processes.
- Strong command of Linux environments such as Oracle Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- Proficient in Shell Scripting and Linux‑based diagnostics to troubleshoot database performance on the OS level.
- Technical acumen demonstrated with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and RMAN utilities.
Major Accountabilities
1) Establishes database procedures and standards
2) Provides technical expertise in architectural support for database development, enhancement and migrations for enterprise databases
3) Develops effective architectural solutions to ensure system performance and productivity
4) Addresses architectural issues and queries in a timely fashion
5) Provides guidance to less experienced employees in their assigned job responsibilities as needed
6) Reviews and recommends improvements to existing architectures
7) Leads initiatives to develop solutions and processes to meet needs; identifies unique innovative approaches
8) Provides guidance and assistance to other employees as the lead
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
Home based: Home based employees primarily work from their home offices and come into an APS facility on an as-needed basis.
- Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
- Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
- Role types are subject to change based on business need.
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Target enterprise employers with Oracle infrastructure
Large financial institutions, healthcare systems, and federal contractors run Oracle environments at scale and sponsor DBAs far more consistently than small firms. These organizations file LCAs regularly and have established immigration processes already in place.
Certifications strengthen your H-1B petition
Oracle Certified Professional or Oracle Certified Master credentials directly support the specialty occupation argument in your H-1B petition. USCIS looks for evidence that the role requires specialized knowledge, and vendor certifications provide exactly that documentation.
Align your degree field to the job description
Your degree needs to be in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field. If your degree is in a different area, document relevant coursework and how it maps to database administration to avoid an unnecessary Request for Evidence.
Focus on Oracle-specific skills in your application materials
Generic DBA experience is less compelling than Oracle-specific depth. Highlight RAC, Exadata, ASM, Data Guard, and performance tuning experience. Employers sponsoring for Oracle DBA roles want to justify the petition with skills that aren't easily filled domestically.
Understand your employer's LCA filing timeline
The Labor Condition Application must be certified by the Department of Labor before your H-1B petition is filed. Confirm your employer knows this step and has legal counsel engaged early. Delays here push back your entire start date.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified sponsoring employers
Not every Oracle DBA posting comes with visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate lists roles from employers who have filed for this position before, saving you from applying to companies that will decline you at the offer stage over your visa status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Oracle Database Administrator qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Oracle DBA is one of the more straightforward specialty occupation cases because the role consistently requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. USCIS has a clear precedent for this classification. The petition becomes harder if the job description is written too broadly or doesn't reflect the technical complexity of the actual work.
How common is H-1B sponsorship for Oracle DBA roles?
Oracle DBA is among the more frequently sponsored IT roles. DOL disclosure data shows consistent LCA filings for this title year over year, concentrated in finance, healthcare, government contracting, and large enterprise IT environments. Sponsorship is less common at small and mid-sized companies without established immigration programs. Migrate Mate filters listings to employers with actual sponsorship track records.
Can I qualify for an H-1B as an Oracle DBA without a computer science degree?
Potentially, but it requires more documentation. USCIS accepts equivalent qualifications, meaning three years of relevant work experience can substitute for one year of formal education. If your degree is in a non-technical field, you'll need a combination of experience letters, transcripts, and a credentials evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator to build a credible equivalency argument in your petition.
Are Oracle DBA roles subject to the H-1B cap and lottery?
Most are, unless the employer is a cap-exempt organization such as a university, nonprofit research institution, or government research entity. Commercial employers, including most banks, hospitals as businesses, and IT services firms, are cap-subject. That means your petition must be selected in the annual lottery, which runs in March for an October 1 start date. Australian citizens should also consider the E-3 visa, which has no lottery.
What documentation does an employer typically need to sponsor an Oracle DBA?
The employer needs to file a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor certifying the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the role and location. After LCA certification, they file Form I-129 with supporting evidence: a job description establishing specialty occupation, your educational credentials, and any relevant certifications. Oracle-specific certifications like OCP or OCM meaningfully strengthen the specialty occupation argument in the petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Oracle Database Administrator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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