Lead Database Engineer and Administrator

Who is Trace3 ? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco. Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology? Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like. Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us. JOB SUMMARY: The Lead Database Engineer and Administrator serves as the high-level technical authority for software engineering on the Oracle /RHEL Tech Refresh contract based in Colorado Springs, Colorado . This role provides deep technical expertise in enterprise Oracle database architecture, development methodologies, system integration, and emerging technologies. The Senior Principal Software Engineer leads complex database design initiatives, advises leadership on technical strategy, and ensures engineering solutions meet mission, security, scalability, and performance requirements. The candidate collaborates closely with program leadership, architects, engineers, cybersecurity teams, and stakeholders to design and implement advanced software solutions supporting enterprise systems, cloud environments, and mission-critical platforms. This project delivers a mission-assured technical refresh of the CCIC2S Oracle database and RHEL operating environments, upgrading legacy systems to Oracle 19c and RHEL 9.7 while preserving full operational continuity. It includes comprehensive engineering, integration, cybersecurity, testing, and deployment activities to ensure zero data loss, improved performance, strengthened security, and seamless compatibility across all CCIC2S mission systems. Location will be north Colorado Springs initially and future work at Chidlaw and Peterson AFB occasionally. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Serve as the primary subject matter expert for software engineering practices, frameworks, and architecture across programs and projects. Lead the design and development of Oracle Database Upgrade solution for a complex enterprise . Provide significant input into the technical solution design and architect the upgrade path for Oracle, including compatibility analysis, data migration strategies, and performance tuning. Provide input into the design for the RHEL migration plan, covering kernel compatibility, package updates, and security hardening. Be r…