Application Database Analyst - Remote

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are seeking an experienced Oracle Exadata Database Administrator to manage and optimize enterprise-level Oracle databases in a high-performance environment. This role involves ensuring database reliability, scalability, and security through proactive monitoring, performance tuning, data lifecycle management, and resource optimization. The DBA will also support upgrades, migrations, and collaborate with infrastructure teams to maintain system integrity.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Performance Monitoring & Optimization
  • Monitor and analyze long-running SQL queries; perform root cause analysis for performance issues
  • Conduct regular database health checks and SQL performance assessments
  • Profile SQL statements and optimize execution plans; pin efficient plans when necessary
  • Maintain and refresh table and partition statistics for optimal performance
• Data Management & Partitioning
  • Manage partitions: create, drop, analyze, and optimize for performance
  • Implement data retention policies, archival, and purge strategies to ensure compliance and efficiency
• Data Operations
  • Execute data copy and refresh requests across environments
  • Review and approve data remediation and change requests
  • Perform backups and restore operations as part of change management processes
• User Access & Security
  • Manage user roles and privileges, including granting access and unlocking accounts
  • Modify or create role-based access control (RBAC) frameworks
  • Handle password resets and ensure adherence to security policies
• Resource & Infrastructure Management
  • Coordinate closely with Infrastructure DBAs for server-level and storage-related activities
    • Coordinate, configure and tune Oracle Resource Manager for workload optimization
    • Address storage and resource allocation concerns during peak loads
• Upgrade & Migration Support
  • Perform schema cloning and related tasks for upgrades or migrations
  • Ensure database changes are reviewed and approved through change management processes

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience SQL tuning, execution plan analysis, and performance optimization
• 5+ years of experience in Oracle Database Administration on Exadata platform
• 5+ years of experience with Oracle Partitioning, statistics gathering, and data lifecycle management
• 5+ years of experience with Oracle Resource Manager and workload throttling
• 5+ years of RBAC frameworks, schema cloning, and migration activities
• 5+ years of backup/recovery strategies and change management processes.
  Tools & Technologies
• 5+ years of experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for monitoring and diagnostics
• 5+ years of experience PL/SQL scripting for automation and maintenance tasks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Exadata certification
• Experience in large-scale, high-availability environments
• Data modeling experience for designing and optimizing database structures
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management best practices

Soft Skills:

• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional coordination
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and adherence to compliance standards

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 to $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.