Oracle DBA
Listed on 2026-10-31
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IT/Tech
Database Administrator, Oracle Specialist/ Consultant, Systems Administrator
Cognizant is seeking an Oracle DBA for a full-time opportunity.
Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister, monitor, and support Oracle Database environments (11g/12c/19c/21c).
Manage and maintain Oracle Golden Gate replication (Uni-directional and Bi-directional environments).
Administer and support Oracle Exadata infrastructure and databases.
Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Oracle RAC, ASM, and Data Guard environments.
Perform database installation, upgrades, patching, migration, cloning, and refresh activities.
Monitor database performance and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks using AWR, ASH, ADDM, and OEM.
Manage backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and perform disaster recovery testing.
Implement High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions using Data Guard.
Support production incidents, service requests, problem management, and root cause analysis.
Work closely with application, infrastructure, and cloud teams during deployments and migrations.
Automate routine DBA tasks using Shell Scripting and Oracle utilities.
Ensure database security, compliance, and operational best practices.
Mandatory Technical Skills
Oracle Database Administration: 10+ years
Oracle Golden Gate: Installation, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning
Oracle Exadata: Administration, Monitoring, Patching, Performance Optimization
Oracle RAC
Oracle ASM
Oracle Data Guard / Active Data Guard
RMAN Backup & Recovery
Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
Performance Tuning (AWR, ASH, ADDM, SQL Tuning)
Linux/Unix Administration
Shell Scripting
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Experience supporting large-scale mission-critical production environments.
Ability to work in 24x7 support/on-call rotational model.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in banking, financial services, or other regulated environments is preferred.
The salary range for this role is between $99,000 and $116,000 depending on skills and qualifications of the candidate. Applications will be accepted till 11/11/2026.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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