Senior Database Engineer

About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Database Engineer.
In this role, you will:

• Lead or participate in database management activities including designing highly complex logical and physical databases
• Lead highly complex data modeling, mapping, integration, and capacity planning efforts
• Perform the planning, research, design, implementation, maintenance, and control of server class databases
• Design and implement security solutions including Center for Internet Security benchmarks and auditing
• Design and certify next generation database technologies
• Consult with and advise management and multiple clients on high impact data or database management issues, influencing strategic direction
• Provide technical leadership and recommendation into the future direction of database technology
• Develop management policies, procedures, standards, and best practices
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Database Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 4+ years of experience in supporting software development life cycle for large-scale distributed technology projects and migrations
• 3+ years of expertise and experience with Oracle Exadata and Zero Data Loss Recovery Appliance (ZDLRA)
• Strong Background in Exadata machine administration or other UNIX System Administration experience
• Experience with Oracle Maximum Availability Architecture including Oracle Real Application Clustering (RAC), Data Guard and Golden Gate
• Deep expertise in Oracle patching, Fleet Patching & Provisioning (FPP), and patch automation at scale.

Desired Qualifications:

• Oracle 26ai Database experience
• Experience in complex or critical data/ database management initiatives and projects
• Knowledgeable in programming or scripting languages - (Ansible, Python, Shell, REST APIs)
• Experience leading major Oracle version upgrades in enterprise environments especially upgrading from 19c to 23ai/26ai
• Experience with Oracle Database backup and restore
• Experience leveraging AI to deliver exceptional technical and business capabilities.
• Working knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools
• Strong technical and task/timeline-oriented skills necessary to ensure projects are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Good analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience with all forms of automation a plus.

Job Expectations:

• Work collaboratively with Architect, Engineers, and Operations team to deliver best in class Oracle Database solutions and services
• This position offers a hybrid work schedule
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$100,000.00 - $179,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

• Health benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid time off
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Critical caregiving leave
• Discounts and savings
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships for dependent children
• Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:
9 Mar 2026
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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