CTG is seeking an experienced OSS Database & Platform Engineer to support and modernize mission-critical Telecom Operational Support Systems (OSS) that support TDM-based landline telephony networks. This role is responsible for database administration, platform engineering, infrastructure reliability, and modernization initiatives across complex hybrid environments spanning on-premises data centers, cloud platforms, and legacy telecom infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will bring strong Oracle and Informix database expertise, Linux platform administration experience, and a background supporting large-scale telecommunications environments undergoing digital transformation.

Location: Onsite in Dallas, TX or New Jersey
Duration: 12 Months

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support OSS database platforms across development, testing, staging, and production environments.
• Manage Oracle, Informix, and other enterprise database technologies.
• Perform database installations, upgrades, patching, migrations, backup/recovery, replication, and performance tuning.
• Support migration initiatives from Solaris, HP-UX, and legacy Windows systems to Red Hat Enterprise Linux and modern Windows platforms.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize database and platform performance for high-volume telecom operational systems.
• Support hybrid infrastructure deployments across on-premises environments, Microsoft Azure, and AWS Outposts.
• Collaborate with application, middleware, cloud, infrastructure, and network engineering teams during modernization and transformation programs.
• Resolve complex production issues involving databases, operating systems, middleware, and application integrations.
• Contribute to modernization efforts transitioning legacy TDM communications environments toward IP-based architectures.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in database administration, platform engineering, or infrastructure support.
• Strong Oracle database administration experience.
• Experience supporting Informix database environments.
• Expertise in database performance tuning, backup/recovery, replication, and operational support.
• Experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in mission-critical production environments.
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise or telecommunications systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Telecom OSS applications.
• Knowledge of TDM telecommunications environments.
• Experience with Solaris and HP-UX platforms.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and AWS Outposts.
• Experience supporting cloud migrations and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
• Understanding of IP-based network architectures and telecom transformation programs.
• Experience with automation and scripting tools.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Relevant Oracle, Linux, cloud, or infrastructure certifications are a plus.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $98,000 to $105,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.