Description
Summary:
This role involves managing Oracle databases and automating routine DBA tasks using DevOps tools within a high-pressure environment, supporting technology projects.
Highlights:
1. Manage Oracle databases and automate DBA tasks using DevOps tools
2. Design and implement Oracle RAC and Dataguard
3. Migrate databases to OCI and AWS
Location: Onsite (Work from Office is mandatory all days)
Experience: Minimum 6 years
Industry: Preferably Banking or Large Organizations
Role Overview:
The Oracle DBA + Automation Engineer will be responsible for supporting technology projects by managing Oracle databases and automating routine DBA tasks using modern DevOps tools. The ideal candidate should be highly proficient in Oracle database administration and comfortable working in high-pressure environments across multiple projects. Out-of-hours and weekend availability may occasionally be required.
Key Responsibilities:
Administer and support Oracle databases in production and non-production environments.
Design and implement Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC) and Dataguard.
Perform Oracle database patching, backup & recovery using RMAN.
Monitor, optimize, and tune performance of Oracle databases.
Manage and automate database tasks using Ansible, Jenkins, Terraform, and Groovy.
Migrate databases between environments including on-premise to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and AWS.
Utilize Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for comprehensive database monitoring.
Contribute to automation initiatives, reducing manual efforts in DBA operations.
Work in Agile teams and deliver in iterative development models.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science – Essential
Relevant industry certifications – Desirable
Experience:
6+ years in Oracle database administration within large organizations – Essential
Previous experience in banking or financial services – Desirable
Technical Skills – Must Have:
Oracle DBA (Administration, Backup/Recovery, Patching)
Oracle RAC & Dataguard
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and AWS
Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
RMAN (Recovery Manager)
SQL and PL/SQL
Unix/Linux OS
Agile methodology
Ansible and Git
Bash or Python scripting
Technical Skills – Good to Have:
Jenkins and Groovy scripting
Terraform
Other databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.)
Behavioural Competencies:
Ability to work effectively under pressure
Strong professional and communication skills
Ability to self-manage tasks and time
Comfort with managing multiple concurrent projects