Oracle Database Administrator

Overview
Join a cloud infrastructure organization responsible for delivering enterprise-grade database services and platform capabilities to internal engineering teams. The team operates and enhances large-scale database environments that support critical business applications, while driving modernization, automation, and cloud adoption initiatives.
This role is focused on Oracle database platform engineering, administration, performance optimization, high availability, and cloud migration projects. You will work closely with infrastructure engineers, application teams, and external vendors to maintain reliable, secure, and scalable database services.

Key Responsibilities
Serve as a subject matter expert for Oracle database technologies and provide technical leadership across database-related initiatives.
Administer and support Oracle database environments in production and non-production settings.
Design, implement, and manage backup, replication, disaster recovery, failover, and switchover processes.
Manage database security, upgrades, patching activities, and performance optimization efforts.
Monitor database health, performance, and capacity requirements while recommending improvements.
Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge-sharing materials.
Collaborate with globally distributed engineering teams through online and remote communication channels.
Lead and participate in database infrastructure projects from planning through implementation.
Required Experience & Skills
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
Strong experience migrating Oracle databases from on-premises environments to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
Proven expertise implementing and managing Oracle Data Guard between on-premises environments and OCI.
Ability to identify repetitive operational tasks and build automation solutions for activities such as:
Database patching and upgrades
Security and encryption deployment
Routine administration and operational support
Experience assessing migration requirements and helping engineers transition toward Oracle cloud engineering practices.
Oracle Database & Exadata Administration
Hands-on experience managing Oracle databases running on Exadata platforms.
Expert knowledge of Oracle RAC and Data Guard deployment, configuration, optimization, and administration.
Extensive experience with database installation, configuration, and lifecycle management.
Ability to perform SQL-level performance tuning and database optimization for mission-critical workloads.
Experience managing Exadata ESS versions, Oracle Grid Infrastructure, and Oracle Home environments.
Knowledge of Exadata maintenance activities, including:
RMAN backup and recovery
System patching
Troubleshooting
ASM storage expansion
Platform health management
High Availability & Disaster Recovery
Deep expertise with Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC).
Strong experience implementing and operating Oracle Data Guard solutions.
Ability to architect and maintain highly available database environments with robust disaster recovery capabilities.
Oracle Golden Gate
Hands-on project experience using Oracle Golden Gate.
Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting environments involving:
Oracle databases
Microsoft SQL Server
Kafka
Automation & Dev Ops
Practical automation experience using:
Python
Git
Jenkins
Ansible
Ability to automate operational workflows and improve platform efficiency through scripting and tooling.
Linux Administration
Strong Linux systems administration capabilities supporting enterprise database platforms.
Problem Solving & Analysis
Advanced troubleshooting expertise for complex Oracle database issues.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
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