Senior Oracle APEX & Database Administrator

At Stantec, we have some of the world’s leading professionals passionate about enabling our business to be its best. Our business teams include finance, procurement, human resources, information technology, marketing, corporate development, HSSE, real estate, legal, and practice services. We bring diverse backgrounds, skills, and expertise and create a caring culture where everyone can thrive. Through teamwork and collaboration, we’re building a stronger, more resilient Stantec every day.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 AdministrationManage and maintain Oracle databases (19c and newer) across multiple environmentsPerform database installations, upgrades, patching, and migrationsImplement backup/recovery strategies and disaster recovery solutionsMonitor database performance and tune SQL, memory, and storageManage database security, roles, and access controlsSupport PDB/CDB architecture, and database consolidation strategiesOracle APEX / ORDS AdministrationInstall, configure, and upgrade Oracle APEX and ORDS environmentsManage APEX schemas, users, and workspace configurationsSupport APEX application deployments and lifecycle managementTroubleshoot APEX performance, session management, and runtime issuesConfigure ORDS connections, pools, and security integrationSupport integration between APEX and enterprise systems (e.g., APIs, EBS, middleware)Environment & Infrastructure ManagementManage multi-environment setups (DEV, QA, PROD)Support WebLogic or application server configurations for APEX/ORDSCoordinate database and application upgrades with cross-functional teamsMaintain environment consistency and deployment standardsSupport capacity planning and performance testing initiativesOperational Support & TroubleshootingProvide Tier 3 support for database and APEX incidentsTroubleshoot complex issues including:Database performance degradationAPEX application errorsORDS connectivity and configuration issuesMonitor system health and proactively resolve issuesParticipate in on-call rotations and incident responseAutomation & Process ImprovementDevelop automation scripts for deployments, monitoring, and maintenanceImprove DBA operational processes and documentationContribute to CI/CD pipelines for database and APEX deploymentsEnsure compliance with security and audit requirementsWorking knowledge and experience with Microsoft SQL ServerExperience with PostgreSQL and MySQL is nice to haveAdditional ResponsibilitiesDevelop automation scripts for deployments, monitoring, and maintenanceImprove DBA operational processes and documentationContribute to CI/CD pipelines for database and APEX deploymentsEnsure compliance with security and audit requirementsRequired Qualifications5–10+ years of Oracle Database Administration experienceStrong experience with Oracle APEX and ORDS administrationDeep knowledge of: - Oracle 19c+ database architecturePL/SQL, performance tuning, and troubleshootingExperience with: - Linux/Unix environmentsBackup/recovery strategies (RMAN)Database upgrades and migrationsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex environmentsPreferred QualificationsExperience with:Oracle Data GuardWebLogic or similar middleware platformsIntegration with enterprise systems (EBS, APIs, identity management)Knowledge of cloud platforms (OCI preferred)Familiarity with enterprise monitoring tools and automation frameworksExperience supporting APEX in high-availability, multi-instance environmentsSoft SkillsStrong communication and cross-team collaborationAbility to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior DBAsDetail-oriented with strong ownership mindset (important for production stability)Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentPay 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 AnnuallyPay 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: RegularBusiness Justification: New PositionTravel: NoSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 28/07/ :07:09Req ID: