Senior Oracle Database Administrator

As a seasoned Oracle Database Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in the administration, optimization, and security of our Oracle database landscape. This includes mission-critical systems supporting enterprise applications.

We seek an experienced professional to lead the administration of multiple Oracle databases in production, development, and QA environments. The ideal candidate should possess strong background knowledge in Oracle database technologies, high availability architecture, and hands-on experience with SAP-Oracle integration or collaboration with SAP Basis teams.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Administering, maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting multiple Oracle databases (11g, 12c, 19c, 21c)
• Performing installations, upgrades, patching, and migrations (including platform and cross-version migrations)
• Optimizing database performance using AWR, ASH, OEM, and advanced tuning techniques
• Managing high availability and disaster recovery configurations using Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and GoldenGate
• Implementing and testing robust backup/recovery strategies using RMAN and/or third-party tools
• Automating administrative tasks and reporting using shell scripting, PL/SQL, or Python
• Collaborating with SAP Basis team to support SAP systems using Oracle, including performance tuning and backup coordination
• Ensuring database compliance with security, audit, and regulatory standards (SOX, ISO, etc.)
• Participating in capacity planning, infrastructure scaling, and cloud database strategy (OCI, AWS RDS, etc.)
• Leading database initiatives such as cloud adoption, consolidation, and disaster recovery planning
• Providing 24x7 support for critical systems and assisting in root cause analysis for database-related incidents

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 6+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA in large-scale, enterprise-grade environments
• Strong hands-on expertise in:
• Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and RMAN
• Performance tuning (SQL, instance-level)
• Backup/recovery and storage management
• Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for monitoring and diagnostics
• Solid understanding of Linux/Unix environments, scripting, and automation
• Experience in both on-prem and cloud-based Oracle DB setups

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP environment experience
• Familiarity with SAP systems using Oracle (ECC, BW, PI, etc.)
• Working knowledge of how Oracle integrates with SAP NetWeaver architecture
• Ability to support SAP Basis teams in database-related operations (e.g., BR*Tools usage, SAP kernel patches, SAP database schema structure)
• Experience supporting SAP upgrades and migrations involving Oracle
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certification
• Experience with Oracle on OCI / AWS RDS / Azure
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL, MySQL, or other RDBMS platforms
• Exposure to DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines involving DB deployments

Essential Soft Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities
• Effective communication and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Leadership experience in database projects and mentorship of junior DBAs
• Proactive, process-oriented mindset with strong documentation habits
• Availability for on-call and off-hours support during maintenance windows or go-lives

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our organization is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.