Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Role & responsibilities

The Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) will serve as a key member of Curias Enterprise Applications and Infrastructure team, responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Oracle database platformsincluding Oracle E-Business Suite R12.2, Oracle RAC, and Oracle Data Guard environments that support Curias global operations.

This individual will play a critical role in ensuring database availability, scalability, performance, and compliance, while collaborating closely with application owners, infrastructure teams, and vendors to sustain and enhance enterprise systems across manufacturing, quality, finance, and scientific domains.

This is a senior hands-on technical role, ideal for an experienced professional who can balance strategic oversight with deep technical execution. This role is not intended for entry-level or early-career candidates.

Key Responsibilities

**Core Database Administration**

• Lead the installation, configuration, administration, and upgrade of Oracle E-Business Suite R12.2, Oracle RAC, and Data Guard environments in line with Curias IT and GMP standards.
• Oversee cloning, patching, and refresh cycles of production and non-production environments, ensuring consistency, documentation, and minimal downtime.
• Manage Oracle Clusterware, ASM, and RAC environments to support high availability and disaster recovery.
• Implement, monitor, and fine-tune backup/recovery strategies using RMAN and Oracle Enterprise Manager.
• Maintain Data Guard configurations for physical and logical standby databases across multiple global sites.
• Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and proactive monitoring of system resources.

**Systems Integration and Application Support**

• Partner with the Enterprise Applications team to support Oracle EBS integrations with surrounding systems (e.g., Salesforce, TrackWise Digital, LIMS, SAP Concur, ADP, etc.).
• Support application-tier and database-tier troubleshooting in collaboration with development and infrastructure teams.
• Participate in system validation and change control processes to ensure alignment with GxP and IT governance requirements.
• Coordinate with managed service providers (MSPs) and cloud hosting partners to maintain system uptime and patch compliance.

**Security, Compliance, and Governance**

• Ensure adherence to data security, access control, and compliance with Curia’s policies and regulatory standards (e.g., SOX, FDA 21 CFR Part 11).
• Maintain proper audit and traceability controls in database and application environments.
• Support disaster recovery testing and documentation for critical systems.

**Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement**

• Identify and drive opportunities for automation, standardization, and performance optimization.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior DBAs and other IT team members.
• Prepare and maintain system documentation, SOPs, and runbooks for all database operations.
• Collaborate with IT Business Analysts and Enterprise Architects to evaluate and implement emerging Oracle technologies or enhancements that add business value.

**Operational Readiness and Support**

• Provide 24x7 on-call support on a rotational basis for production incidents, upgrades, and cutovers.
• Participate in major IT projects including ERP upgrades, carve-outs, migrations, and global transformation initiatives.
• Support quarterly Oracle EBS and database patching cycles, ensuring validation and minimal disruption to operations.

Qualification and Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive experience as an Oracle DBA, including 3+ years in a senior or lead DBA role supporting mission-critical enterprise systems.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Oracle E-Business Suite R12.2.x (Financials, Projects, SCM, HRMS, etc.)
• Oracle Database 12c/19c, Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
• Performance tuning, capacity planning, and disaster recovery design
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, work collaboratively across global cross-functional teams, and meet aggressive timelines.
• Experience working in validated environments (GMP/GxP) preferred.
• Familiarity with SQL Server or APEX administration is a plus.