NTT DATA North America · 13 hours ago
Lead Cloud Oracle Database (DBA) Engineer
Plano, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
8+ years expNTT DATA is a global business and technology services leader, and they are seeking a Lead Cloud Oracle Database (DBA) Engineer. The role involves implementing, managing, and ensuring the performance and security of Oracle databases on Exadata and Oracle Cloud platforms, while also providing ongoing support and troubleshooting.
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Responsibilities
Install, configure, patch, and upgrade Oracle databases (11g/12c/19c) on Exadata and Oracle Cloud (OCI) environments
Administer and support Oracle Exadata Database Machine – including cell nodes, storage, compute nodes, and InfiniBand network
Manage Oracle databases in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), including Bare Metal, VM DB Systems, and Autonomous DB
Basic Database administration experience in SQL Server 2012/2016/above versions
Ability to provide technical system solutions, determine overall design direction and provide hardware recommendations for complex technical issues
Drive innovation by constantly reviewing latest public cloud platform database service releases
Perform database capacity planning, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and disaster recovery
Automate and optimize database management tasks using scripts (Shell, Python, PL/SQL, etc.)
Monitor database performance, address bottlenecks, proactively anticipate and resolve problems
Implement database security protocols, data masking, encryption, auditing, and manage user privileges
Assist the support staff to troubleshoot Oracle, SQL and any other database errors
Ensure all key databases have deep insight monitoring enabled to enable improved capabilities around fault detection
Understanding of database security standards and regulatory compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.)
Work with application teams on database design, queries, and performance optimization
Manage database migrations, upgrades, and patch applications in production and development environments
Perform on-call rotations for database production support as required
Participating in DR (Disaster Recovery)/COB (Continuity of Business) plans
Document all database configurations, processes, and policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline; or equivalent professional experience
Primary Skills: Oracle
Secondary Skill: SQL
8-10 years of experience
10+ years' experience as an Oracle Database Administrator in large-scale production environments
4+ years' experience as an SQL Database Administrator
Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Exadata Database Machine: installation, configuration, patching, internals, and support
Proficient in managing Oracle databases in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), including deployment, migration, and management
Deep knowledge of Oracle database architecture, ASM, RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and OEM
Good understanding of SQL server architecture, SSIS, SSRS, and T-SQL
Experience with database backup strategy design, implementation, and disaster recovery planning
Extensive production experience in Data Guard management
Experience in database cross platform migration
Experience in Analyzing AWR, ADDM and ASH reports
Solid experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting
Expertise in Unix/Linux operating systems (Oracle Linux preferred), shell scripting, and automation
Familiarity with Exadata Storage Server, Flash Cache, Hybrid Columnar Compression, and networking
Working knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) Cloud Control
Experience with cloud tools (OCI CLI, REST APIs), Oracle Autonomous Database, and migration tools (Data Pump, GoldenGate) is a plus
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and within a team; strong troubleshooting skills
Be able to manage and support Oracle and SQL Databases in AWS and Azure cloud
Preferred
Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Expert (OCE) credentials
Oracle Exadata Database Certified Implementation Specialist
MCTS, MCITP certifications a plus
Familiarity with cloud automation (Terraform, Ansible) for OCI
Any Public Cloud Certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Company
NTT DATA North America
NTT DATA, Inc. is a trusted global innovator of business and technology services.
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