Database Administrator

About Novus

Founded in 2020, Novus Consulting is a high caliber energy consulting firm established on the principle that our clients need a trusted partner who can navigate the complexities of the energy sector while providing solutions that drive results. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, with consultants sitting in Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado and Arkansas, we advise a range of clients from independent E&Ps to Fortune 500s. Focused on serving both our clients and our employees, we pride ourselves on providing our clients with top-tier service while offering our employees the flexibility required to excel both personally and professionally. Committed to continued excellence, we are actively seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator with upstream Oil & Gas industry experience to join our team in Oklahoma City.

Grow with Novus

Are you a detail-minded, service-oriented Database Administrator with strong SQL Server and Oracle skills, ready to tackle client initiatives? In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and performance of critical client database systems. As our ideal candidate, you will ensure database security, integrity, stability, and optimal performance while supporting client data needs.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Services

-         Design, implement, and maintain SQL Server and Oracle database systems

-         Perform database installs, configurations, migrations, and upgrades

-         Monitor database performance and implement optimization strategies

-         Develop and implement backup and recovery procedures

-         Configure and maintain database servers and related applications

-         Establish and maintain database security

-         Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolutions

-         Collaborate with development teams to support application needs

-         Document database structures, procedures, and standards

Business Analysis & Consulting

-         Partner with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements, ensuring a clear understanding of project goals.

-         Maintain a comprehensive knowledge base by documenting processes, assumptions, and key decisions throughout the project.

Qualifications

-         Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field is preferred

-         5+ years of experience with SQL Server and Oracle administration and maintenance in the upstream oil and gas industry

-         Expertise in writing and optimizing SQL queries

-         Experience with database backup, recovery, and security procedures

-         Database replication technologies and methodologies

-         Understanding of database architecture principles

-         Cloud database management experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

-         Ability to conduct comprehensive database health checks and provide detailed reports on environment status and process efficiency

-         Performance tuning and optimization skills

-         Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical requirements

-         Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

-         Proven experience in requirements gathering and documentation, system integration mapping, system consulting, or similar roles, with a focus on technical solutions

What We Provide

-         Excellent benefits including healthcare and a 401K matching program for W2 employees

-         Semi-annual discretionary bonus

-         Continuous commitment to employee satisfaction that provides our team with the flexibility needed to thrive professionally and personally including options for hybrid/remote work and a progressive PTO policy

Novus Consulting, LLC is committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other factors protected by the laws or regulations in the states where we operate. We are committed to supporting a variety of recruiting initiatives to continue building a diverse and inclusive organization.

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