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J ob Summary: We seek an experienced Oracle DBA to manage and optimize Oracle databases in a DBaaS (Database as a Service) environment. You will ensure high availability, security, and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive automation and scalability. Expertise in Oracle technologies, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud), and DevOps practices is essential. Key Responsibilities: Database Management: - Install, configure, and maintain Oracle databases in cloud environments (e.g., AWS RDS, Oracle Cloud DBaaS). - Monitor performance, uptime, and resource utilization using tools like OEM, CloudWatch, or Nagios. - Implement backups, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies (RMAN, Data Guard). Performance Tuning: - Optimize SQL queries, indexing, and database configurations for scalability. - Troubleshoot latency and resolve bottlenecks in collaboration with developers. Security & Compliance: - Enforce encryption, access controls, and auditing to meet GDPR/HIPAA standards. - Conduct vulnerability assessments and apply patches/upgrades. - Automation & DevOps: - Develop scripts (Python, Shell) for provisioning, backups, and CI/CD pipelines. - Integrate with IaC tools like Terraform and Ansible. Collaboration & Support: - Work with cloud engineers, developers, and DevOps teams to align database solutions with business needs. - Provide 24/7 on-call support for critical incidents. - Documentation & Best Practices: - Maintain runbooks, architecture diagrams, and knowledge bases. - Mentor junior DBAs and promote cloud adoption. - Capacity Planning & Cost Optimization: - Forecast resource needs and scale cloud databases efficiently. - Monitor costs and recommend savings strategies (e.g., reserved instances). Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor s in Computer Science, IT, or related field. - Experience: - 8+ years as Oracle DBA; 4+ years in cloud/DBaaS environments. - Hands-on with Oracle 11g/12c/19c, Exadata, GoldenGate, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/OCI). Technical Skills: - Proficiency in RMAN, Data Guard, SQL tuning, and scripting. - Knowledge of monitoring tools (OEM, Prometheus) and DevOps tools (Jenkins, Git). - Certifications: Oracle OCP/OCM; AWS/Azure certifications preferred. - Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to work under pressure. Preferred Qualifications: - Multi-cloud database management experience. - Familiarity with PostgreSQL, MySQL, databases. - Advanced automation/observability tools (Kubernetes, Grafana).
