Sr. Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)
East Peoria, IL - USA
Job Summary
Career Area:
Technology Digital and DataJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.
Be a part of the Caterpillar IT Enterprise Data Platforms team that is responsible for delivering world class Oracle database services to customers throughout the enterprise. This position will work directly with a core team of Oracle DBAs providing technical research and leadership project planning and implementation of a variety of technical projects and senior level Oracle DBA support to internal customers. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter capable of thinking with an enterprise perspective while still being flexible enough to keep the business running.
What You Will Do:
Provide technical leadership for all aspects of database management such as database lifecycle management monitoring support disaster recovery compliance and standards.
Research new Oracle database versions features tools and technologies with an Enterprise perspective to meet customer needs while maintaining a secure database environment.
Research benchmark and suggest improvements to database support processes customer experience (CX) improvements and compliance requirements.
Provide 3rd and 4th level Oracle database support for complex issues.
Participate in and manage database related projects database security patching audits and compliance reviews and testing.
Develop new and update existing database technology related documentation as needed
Coach and communicate information to Caterpillars application support teams and peers across the enterprise on Oracle technology changes new features key projects and customer experience improvements
Participate on customer driven and Division/department projects
What You Have:
Bachelors Degree in related field
8 Years experience working as a DBA with a focus on Oracle databases
Strong knowledge/expertise in:
Oracle Database Administration
Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
Database Lifecycle Management (DBLM)
Oracle Fleet Management module to deploy automated patching
Manual database patching and database upgrades
Installing Oracle release updates (RU) security patches on data guard multitenant stand alone and Real Application Cluster (RAC) databases
Database hardware configuration
Scripting (shell Perl emcli)
SQL structured query language
Linux / UNIX operating systems (RedHat and AIX)
Top Candidates Will Also Have:
Positive experience working in a geographically distributed team
Strong communication skills to work with DBAs and application teams in a variety of situations
Ability to:
Quickly learn new technologies and apply them with an enterprise perspective
Act in a self-directed manner independently researching tools/libraries/technologies or solving a problem with minimal oversight and instructions
Provide on the job training and develop learning materials for other DBAs
Experience with:
Using AI to improve work efficiency as a DBA
Cloud computing platforms such as Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services
IT Service Management (ITSM) processes & Root cause analysis (RCA) processes
ServiceNow
Database security threat management and security best practices
Additional Info:
- The ideal location for this role is East Peoria-IL Irving-TX Nashville-TN
About Caterpillar
For more than a century Caterpillar has helped build a better more sustainable world. With 2025 sales and revenues of $67.6 billion Caterpillar Inc. is shaping the future as the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Backed by one of the largest independent global dealer networks and financing services through Cat Financial the companys primary business segments: Power & Energy Construction Industries and Resource Industries are solving customers toughest challenges through commercial excellence and advanced technology driven by a highly skilled dedicated global team. Learn more at .
Summary Pay Range:
$112710.00 - $183140.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical dental and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
This position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.Posting Dates:
April 23 2026 - April 29 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.