Senior Oracle Database Administrator at Tower Group

Key accountabilities and decision ownership :

• Oracle Database administration:Perform database backups and recovery procedures.Manage database users, roles, and permissions.Optimize database performance through tuning and indexing.Monitor database health and performance using monitoring tools.Participate in database upgrades and migrations.
•  Exadata Management:Install, configure, upgrade, and patch Oracle Exadata systems.Monitor and troubleshoot Exadata infrastructure and database performance.Perform capacity planning and resource allocation for Exadata environments.Manage Exadata storage and network components.Ensure the availability and performance of Oracle databases running on Exadata.
•  Oracle GoldenGate (OGG) Management:Design, implement, and manage Oracle GoldenGate replication environments.Configure and optimize OGG capture and apply processes.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to OGG replication.Ensure data consistency and integrity across replicated databases.Manage OGG security and access controls. 

Other

• Develop and maintain scripts for automating tasks.Document procedures and configurations.Collaborate with other IT teams (e.g., network, storage).Provide 24/7 support for critical systems, including on-call rotations.

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience :
Oracle Database

• In-depth knowledge of Oracle Database 19c.Experience with Oracle RAC, Grid Infrastructure, and ASM.Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, and RMAN.Experience with database replication technologies (e.g., Data Guard, GoldenGate). 

Exadata

• Experience with Oracle Exadata architecture, storage, and network components.Familiarity with Exadata System Software and monitoring tools (e.g., ExaWatcher). 

Oracle GoldenGate (OGG)

• Experience with configuring and managing Oracle GoldenGate for data replication.Knowledge of OGG capture and apply processes.Experience with OGG monitoring and troubleshooting. 

Other

• Experience in Oracle Linux administration.Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python, Perl)Experience with automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• 5 or more years of Technical experience across Oracle technologies in terms of architecture, design , implementation, and support.Relevant Oracle DBA qualifications / certifications.Experience working with Oracle Exadata and OGG.

Key performance indicators :

• Technical excellence, Able to implement a solution end-to-end from a provided network design.Attention to detail. Demonstrate diligence in execution of tasks and implementation of changes.Communication. Able to express themselves in a multinational environment, with effective communication skills (technical and non-technical)Teamwork. Ability to operate effectively in a technically complex environment.Act with Simplicity and SpeedHigh level of Trust and Trusted