Database Administrator Role Overview
This is a highly specialized position that requires expertise in administering and optimizing Oracle Exadata systems for peak performance.
* We are seeking an experienced professional to perform database installations, configurations, patching, upgrades, and migrations.
* The ideal candidate will maintain backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and Data Guard, optimize storage, compute nodes, and network performance, and monitor system health using Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) and related tools.
* Solid knowledge of high availability architectures using RAC, ASM, and Data Guard is essential. Additionally, the ability to implement and test disaster recovery procedures and apply database security best practices is required.
* Maintenance of comprehensive documentation for database configurations, processes, and procedures is also a critical responsibility.
Collaboration with development, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to support releases and changes is crucial. Providing on-call support for production systems as part of a rotation is also an important aspect of this role.
We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled professional who can drive continuous improvement initiatives and mentor colleagues in their team.
Key Responsibilities
System Administration
Administer, Monitor, and Optimize Oracle Exadata Systems: Ensure optimal performance of Oracle Exadata systems through monitoring and optimization techniques.
Database Management
Perform Database Installations, Configurations, Patching, Upgrades, and Migrations: Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and migrate databases to ensure they meet business requirements.
Backup and Recovery
Maintain Backup and Recovery Strategies Using RMAN and Data Guard: Develop and maintain robust backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and Data Guard to ensure data integrity and availability.
Security and Compliance
Apply Database Security Best Practices and Manage Users/Roles: Implement database security best practices, manage users and roles, and ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies.
Documentation and Collaboration
Maintain Comprehensive Documentation and Collaborate with Teams: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures, and collaborate with development, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to support releases and changes.
Continuous Improvement
Drive Continuous Improvement Initiatives and Mentor Colleagues: Identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance database administration processes, and mentor colleagues to promote knowledge sharing and skill development.