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OCI Architect
Affinity Search
Location : Palos Park,IL
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : $120,000 - $160,000 per year
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
OCI Architect - fully remote - US Citizens only
Salary:$120,000 - $160,000 per year
Location:,
Posted:August 28 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance:Not Available
OCI Architect
Responsibilities include:
- Plan, Configure and Deploy a cloud solution
- Monitor and manage SLAs by proactively monitoring Oracle Cloud systems
- Create a well-informed cloud strategy and manage the adaption process.
- Regularly evaluate cloud applications, hardware, and software.
- Develop and organize cloud systems.
- Work closely with IT security to monitor the company's cloud privacy.
- Respond to technical issues in a professional and timely manner.
- Offer guidance in infrastructure movement techniques including bulk application transfers into the cloud.
- Identify the top cloud architecture solutions to successfully meet the strategic needs of the company.
- Understanding Customer’s business requirements and leading technical solution development using Oracle’s cloud capabilities
- Participate in Proof of Concepts workshops for new solutions on Oracle Cloud
- Develop collaborative working relationships with sales, product management, development and other functional areas within Oracle, continuously contributing towards Product enhancements and increasing Cloud consumption
- Execute on engagement including coordinating scoping and delivery in a timeline for delivery engagements
- Build and nurture relationships with Customers to drive various enablement and implementation activities on OCI
Patch environments, troubleshoot and administration as well as Architecture
Preferred qualifications include:
- Primary focus on developing customer solutions using Oracle's offerings: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Autonomous Database, Oracle Fusion Middleware and Autonomous Data warehouse (ADW)
- Experience in security (Authentication and Authorization – Object level and Data level security) as well as tuning and multiple source systems
- Knowledge of Database, Cloud Concepts, Autonomous Data warehouse (ADW), Data Integration (ODI/Golden Gate) is an added advantage
- ExaData experience
The day-to-day tasks include the following:
1.Tenant and Compartment ManagementUnderstand how to organize resources using compartments and manage tenancy settings.
2.Identity and Access Management (IAM)Configure users, groups, policies, and roles to control access securely.
3.Networking SetupDesign and manage Virtual Cloud Networks (VCNs), subnets, gateways, and routing.
4.Compute Resource ManagementLaunch, configure, and manage compute instances and autoscaling setups.
5.Storage ConfigurationWork with block volumes, object storage, and file storage systems.
6.Database ServicesDeploy and manage Oracle Databases and other database offerings.
7.Monitoring and LoggingSet up metrics, alarms, and logging to monitor resource health and performance.
8.Security Best PracticesImplement security zones, encryption, and vulnerability scanning.
9.Backup and Disaster RecoveryConfigure backups, snapshots, and replication for high availability.
10.Cost Management and BudgetingTrack usage, set budgets, and optimize resource consumption to control costs
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Proficiency in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure components like compute, networking, and database services is crucial. Mastery over identity and access management (IAM), compartment structuring, and security best practices such as encryption and vulnerability scanning sets an OCI Architect apart in delivering scalable, secure cloud solutions.
Advancement often involves deepening expertise across Oracle's cloud offerings, acquiring certifications like Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Professional, and expanding skills in autonomous databases and middleware. Leadership in cross-functional projects and participation in proof of concept workshops also pave the way for senior architect roles or cloud strategy leadership.
Balancing resource segregation with operational efficiency can be complex. Ensuring compartment policies align with security mandates, managing IAM roles for diverse teams, and optimizing cloud resource usage without overspending are routine hurdles that require vigilant monitoring and strategic planning.
Affinity Search emphasizes proactive SLA monitoring and collaborative solution development across sales and product teams. Their OCI Architects integrate Oracle’s autonomous database and fusion middleware, enhancing cloud consumption and driving sustained customer enablement with a customer-centric approach.
Working closely with IT security, the role demands continuous monitoring of cloud privacy, enforcing authentication and authorization protocols, and implementing security zones. This collaboration ensures that cloud architectures meet stringent compliance and data protection standards.
The position offers between $120,000 and $160,000 annually, reflecting competitive compensation for cloud architects in the Palos Park area. This range aligns with demand for Oracle Cloud skills and the specialized responsibilities tied to managing and optimizing OCI environments.
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect certifications, coupled with expertise in autonomous databases and data integration tools like Oracle Data Integrator (ODI) or GoldenGate, significantly enhance employability. Familiarity with Exadata and cloud security practices is also highly valued in this region’s job market.
Though Palos Park is a suburban area, nearby Chicago hosts numerous tech meetups and Oracle user groups. These forums provide valuable opportunities for OCI Architects to exchange knowledge, attend workshops, and stay current on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure advancements.
While Infrastructure Architects often oversee diverse environments, OCI Architects focus exclusively on Oracle’s cloud ecosystem, requiring specialized knowledge of OCI services and autonomous databases. This role demands deeper engagement with Oracle-specific cloud security and application migration strategies.
Affinity Search’s emphasis on fully remote operations and US citizen eligibility influences compliance and security protocols. The company’s collaborative approach with sales and product teams also creates a dynamic environment where OCI Architects must balance technical delivery with strategic customer enablement.
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