We are looking for an experienced Senior Oracle Database Engineer to support enterprise Technology Platforms and Data Platforms initiatives. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on expertise in Oracle Database Administration, performance tuning, database architecture, and automation of repetitive DBA activities using modern automation technologies.
The role requires strong experience managing large-scale Oracle environments, supporting critical database platforms, performing optimization activities, and implementing automation solutions to improve operational efficiency.
The successful candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple technology projects simultaneously, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Perform end-to-end Oracle database administration activities across enterprise technology environments.
- Support technology projects involving Oracle database platforms, upgrades, migrations, and enhancements.
- Perform Oracle database performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization.
- Conduct SQL tuning, database tuning, and performance improvement activities.
- Manage Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC) environments and ensure high availability.
- Configure and maintain Oracle Data Guard environments for disaster recovery and business continuity.
- Perform database patching, upgrades, maintenance, and release activities.
- Execute database migration activities across different environments.
- Manage backup, recovery, and restore activities using Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN).
- Monitor and manage Oracle environments using Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM).
- Automate repetitive Oracle DBA operational tasks using automation tools and scripting.
- Develop automation workflows using tools such as Ansible, Jenkins, Terraform, and Groovy.
- Collaborate with infrastructure, application, DevOps, and engineering teams for database-related activities.
- Support cloud-based database environments including Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and AWS.
- Participate in Agile delivery processes, sprint planning, and technology initiatives.
- Provide production support and participate in planned after-hours/weekend activities when required.
- Work on multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining delivery quality and operational stability.
Required Technical SkillsOracle Database Administration
- Strong hands-on experience in Oracle Database Administration.
- Strong expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters).
- Strong experience with Oracle Data Guard.
- Strong experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM).
- Strong experience with Oracle RMAN backup and recovery.
- Strong knowledge of Oracle database patching and upgrades.
- Strong experience in Oracle performance tuning including:
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SQL tuning
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Database tuning
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Query optimization
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Performance troubleshooting
Database & Programming Skills
- Strong knowledge of SQL and PL/SQL.
- Strong understanding of Unix/Linux operating systems.
- Strong scripting experience using:
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Bash scripting
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Python scripting
Cloud & Automation Skills
- Experience working with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
- Experience working with AWS cloud environments.
- Experience automating DBA activities using:
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Ansible
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Git
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Jenkins
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Groovy
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Terraform
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with large-scale enterprise organizations.
- Banking or financial services domain experience is preferred.
- Experience supporting analytical database environments is an advantage.
- Relevant Oracle certifications are preferred.
- Exposure to DevOps practices and automation-driven infrastructure management.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in Oracle Database Administration within large enterprise environments.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Strong experience supporting business-critical database platforms.
