Lead System Engineer - Oracle Database Admin

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

We are seeking a Lead System Engineer - Oracle Database Admin to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for driving the reliability and scalability of mission-critical database systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions and support ongoing innovation in enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Architect, configure, and oversee enterprise-level Oracle database infrastructures
• Lead major database upgrades, patching cycles, platform migrations, and consolidation initiatives
• Design and administer high-availability and disaster recovery solutions using Oracle Data Guard and related technologies
• Perform advanced performance tuning, including SQL optimization, instance tuning, and memory management
• Implement and enhance backup and recovery strategies utilizing RMAN
• Conduct capacity planning, analyze growth trends, and recommend improvements for scalability
• Enforce security protocols, manage credential rotations, govern access, and ensure audit compliance
• Support development teams with code reviews, query optimization, and schema design guidance
• Validate deployment plans, participate in Change Advisory Boards (CABs), and ensure successful release execution
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and best practices
• Drive automation initiatives using Shell, Python, and Ansible, and adopt modern operational enhancements
• Mentor L2 team members and act as an escalation point for complex technical issues

Requirements

• 9–14 years of hands-on experience as an Oracle Database Administrator
• Minimum one year of experience leading and managing development teams
• In-depth expertise in RAC, ASM, multitenant architecture, partitioning, and advanced Oracle internals
• Strong background in Data Guard configuration, switchover/failover operations, and disaster recovery design
• Advanced skills in SQL/PLSQL performance tuning and analysis of AWR, ASH, and trace files
• Proficiency in RMAN backup strategies, troubleshooting restores, and managing recovery scenarios
• Solid Linux administration capabilities and strong command of Shell and Python scripting
• Working knowledge of at least one additional RDBMS such as MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
• Experience leading resolution of high-impact production issues and coordinating with global teams
• Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken) at a B2+ level or higher

Nice to have

• Experience working with cloud platforms, especially Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Familiarity with Oracle GoldenGate, ODI, or other data integration technologies
• Background in infrastructure automation using Ansible, Terraform, or CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of security frameworks, compliance audits, and governance processes
• Oracle professional-level certifications such as OCP or OCE

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)