Sr IT Database Administrator

Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Sr IT Database Administrator to join our Database Management organization at Sparta Systems. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work with a large footprint of diverse database technologies, making a significant impact by establishing a solid foundation for innovation, performance, reliability, and scalability across on-premise and public cloud solutions. Roles and Responsibilities: - Lead and execute Oracle Database Upgrades from 12c to 19c. - Design, implement, and maintain High Availability database solutions including physical, logical, and Active Data Guard. - Provide comprehensive database technology support for SAP Oracle Database or Oracle ERP environments. - Hands-on experience with Oracle EBS R12.1 and R12.2 and SAP ERP Oracle database. - Manage the full lifecycle of Database environments (Plan, Build, Patch, Run) for Oracle Database, including SAP database and EBS R12.2/R12.1. - Maintain and develop robust backup/recovery processes for Oracle Database and its ecosystems. - Drive the adoption of strategic platforms for Oracle Database on-premises and in Cloud Infrastructure such as OCI, AWS, and Azure. - Contribute significantly to Database Automation activities to improve process efficiency and ensure risk compliance. - Drive Stability initiatives by proactively reviewing and addressing Database performance and capacity trends. - Participate effectively in a 24x7 operational support shift model. - Be proactive in learning and supporting other core database technologies like MS SQL, MySQL, and open-source databases. - Ensure centralized 24x7 Database Monitoring and Auditing Tools are in place and operating effectively. - Create and maintain reliable CMDB inventory for your area of responsibility along with connected assets. - Consistently review the usage of database inventory, working on consolidation, migration, and deletion of associated assets to ensure IT spend savings. - Participate in the creation of standards, processes, and documentation for various database activities including architecture, user access, user termination, DB creation, DB migration, DB security, and ServiceNow knowledge. - Engage with patching and vulnerability management activities. - Actively troubleshoot and investigate business-impacting performance issues as part of the Operational Database Support teams. - Ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, evaluating controls to mitigate negative outcomes through prevention, detection, and correction (e.g., SOX/PCI/GDPR/Export compliance). - Engage in cross-platform training sessions on technology trends, creating opportunities for career growth and training resources across various technologies. Skills Requirement: - Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Database, including expertise in Oracle Database Upgrade from 12c to 19c. - Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in High Availability database solutions (physical, logical, and Active Data Guard). - Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in database technology for SAP DB Administration or Oracle EBS. - Experience in full lifecycle of Database environment (Plan, Build, Patch, Run) for Oracle database, including SAP database, EBS R12.2, R12.1. - Experience in maintaining and developing backup/recovery processes for Oracle database and its eco-systems. - Knowledge and hands-on experience in transforming to and from on-premise environments to cloud technology (OCI, AWS, Azure). - Experience in Database Tuning and database replication. - Knowledge in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and production support. - Excellent oral, written, and collaborative communication skills. - Ability to partner effectively across IT teams, suppliers, and business customers on cross-functional projects and process improvements. - Strong interpersonal skills, including effective listening and being a motivated team player. - Knowledge and hands-on experience with data protection, business continuity, and disaster recovery options, configuration, and execution. - Experience in effectively dealing with critical outages and remediation efforts. - Creative and collaborative problem-solving capability. - Strong business acumen and customer focus. - Ability to translate business issues/requirements and objectives into technical solutions. - Strong knowledge of IT business processes and practices, including ITIL methodology. QUALIFICATION: - Bachelor's in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.