Senior Oracle Apex & Database Administrator

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Position SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Oracle APEX and Database Administrator to support and enhance enterprise database platforms and Oracle APEX application environments. This role will be responsible for the design, administration, performance optimization, and lifecycle management of Oracle databases and APEX/ORDS platforms supporting critical business applications.
The successful candidate will work closely with DBA, middleware, and application teams to ensure high availability, performance, and security of systems across development, QA, and production environments.
Key ResponsibilitiesOracle Database Administration
Manage and maintain Oracle databases (19c and newer) across multiple environments
Perform database installations, upgrades, patching, and migrations
Implement backup/recovery strategies and disaster recovery solutions
Monitor database performance and tune SQL, memory, and storage
Manage database security, roles, and access controls
Support PDB/CDB architecture, and database consolidation strategies
Oracle APEX / ORDS Administration
Install, configure, and upgrade Oracle APEX and ORDS environments
Manage APEX schemas, users, and workspace configurations
Support APEX application deployments and lifecycle management
Troubleshoot APEX performance, session management, and runtime issues
Configure ORDS connections, pools, and security integration
Support integration between APEX and enterprise systems (e.G., APIs, EBS, middleware)
Environment & Infrastructure Management
Manage multi-environment setups (DEV, QA, PROD)
Support WebLogic or application server configurations for APEX/ORDS
Coordinate database and application upgrades with cross-functional teams
Maintain environment consistency and deployment standards
Support capacity planning and performance testing initiatives
Operational Support & Troubleshooting
Provide Tier 3 support for database and APEX incidents
Troubleshoot complex issues including:
Database performance degradation
APEX application errors
ORDS connectivity and configuration issues
Monitor system health and proactively resolve issues
Participate in on-call rotations and incident response
Automation & Process Improvement
Develop automation scripts for deployments, monitoring, and maintenance
Improve DBA operational processes and documentation
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for database and APEX deployments
Ensure compliance with security and audit requirements
Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft SQL Server
Experience with PostgreSQL and MySQL is nice to have
Additional Responsibilities
Develop automation scripts for deployments, monitoring, and maintenance
Improve DBA operational processes and documentation
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for database and APEX deployments
Ensure compliance with security and audit requirements
Required Qualifications
5–10+ years of Oracle Database Administration experience
Strong experience with Oracle APEX and ORDS administration
Deep knowledge of: - Oracle 19c+ database architecture
PL/SQL, performance tuning, and troubleshooting
Experience with: - Linux/Unix environments
Backup/recovery strategies (RMAN)
Database upgrades and migrations
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex environments
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with:
Oracle Data Guard
WebLogic or similar middleware platforms
Integration with enterprise systems (EBS, APIs, identity management)
Knowledge of cloud platforms (OCI preferred)
Familiarity with enterprise monitoring tools and automation frameworks
Experience supporting APEX in high-availability, multi-instance environments
Soft Skills
Strong communication and cross-team collaboration
Ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior DBAs
Detail-oriented with strong ownership mindset (important for production stability)
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Pay Range
Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC & Various locations in Ontario-$89,200.00 - $129,300.00 Annually
Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$94,600.00 - $137,100.00 Annually
Pay Transparency:
In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary:
Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location:
Canada | AB | EdmontonOther Locations:
Canada | NS | DartmouthOrganization:
BC-1374 IT Services-CA CorporateEmployee Status:
RegularManagement Level:
Individual contributorBusiness Justification:
New PositionTravel:
NoSchedule:
Full time
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