Serve as Senior Engineer for Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, and other database technologies. Responsibilities include managing database backup and restore functions, ensuring Disaster Recovery (DR) availability; participating in Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings, escalation calls, and improvement sessions; conducting MS SQL production instance/database level performance tuning; understanding SQL parameter/configuration file enhancements and deep tuning; participating in SQL code reviews to enforce coding standards; reporting on SQL environment performance and availability metrics, implementing best practices for optimization; assisting in technical analysis and design for current and future projects, and writing SQL scripts for data extraction; installing database software/features on servers as needed; monitoring databases for performance and issues using monitoring tools; ensuring database servers meet Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) and Recovery Time Objectives (RTO); collaborating with vendors and external support for stable environment management; architecting and maintaining Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and backup/restore strategies; leading performance tuning, patch management, and complex incident resolution; managing the lifecycle of Oracle and SQL databases including provisioning, migration, and upgrades; ensuring high availability and replication readiness across Data Centers (DCs); implementing automation for routine tasks using PowerShell/T-SQL, PL/SQL scripting, Cron Jobs, and SQL Jobs; ensuring compliance with NCA and NDMO as well as secure data handling and auditing; mentoring L2 Oracle/SQL engineers and interfacing with solution architects.
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Mandatory Skills include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, 6+ years of relevant work experience (minimum of 2+ years in a similar role), advanced skills in Oracle 19c+, RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, OEM, SQL 2014, SQL 2017, SQL 2019, SSIS, SSRS, SQL optimization, schema tuning, and database troubleshooting, experience with large database environments and hybrid cloud setups, knowledge of automation and industry-standard database management practices.
Nice-to-Have Skills include Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), professional certification in database administration, and skills in PowerShell, Windows & Unix administration, ITIL.
Work Environment: At DXC Technology, we prioritize in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support individual work styles and life circumstances. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
