We are hiring a Senior Oracle Database Engineer to support enterprise technology projects with a strong focus on Oracle performance tuning and DBA automation. This role sits within a fast-paced delivery environment, working across multiple projects concurrently, and requires resilience under pressure including occasional out of hours and weekend support.
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Key Responsibilities
- Administer and support Oracle databases across production and non-production environments
- Own end-to-end performance tuning at SQL and database level
- Manage high availability architecture including Real Application Clusters (RAC) and Oracle Dataguard
- Execute backup and recovery operations using Recovery Manager (RMAN)
- Handle database patching cycles and version upgrades
- Administer environments through Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
- Operate and support databases across Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and AWS
- Automate recurring DBA tasks using tools such as Ansible, Jenkins, Terraform, and Groovy
- Lead or support database migration projects
- Write and maintain scripts in Bash and Python to support operational efficiency
- Work within Agile delivery teams, collaborating across multiple simultaneous projects
- Provide production support during out of hours and weekends as required
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field
- 8+ years of Oracle DBA experience in large organizations
- Excellent hands-on knowledge of Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC)
- Excellent hands-on knowledge of Oracle Dataguard
- Excellent hands-on knowledge of RMAN
- Excellent hands-on knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
- Excellent knowledge of database patching processes
- Excellent knowledge of SQL and database performance tuning
- Excellent knowledge of database migration methodologies
- Working knowledge of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and AWS
- Good knowledge of SQL and/or PL/SQL
- Good knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems
- Good knowledge of Agile working practices
- Good knowledge of scripting languages, Bash and Python
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant Oracle certifications
- Banking or analytical database background
- Knowledge of Ansible and Git
- Knowledge of Jenkins and Groovy
- Knowledge of Terraform
Behavioral Competencies
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Strong professional communication skills
- Self-managed and self-organized working style
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
