DBA PEOPLESOFT (HYBRID OR REMOTE BRAZIL)
Company hires for hybrid or remote position.
Location: Brazil - candidates from any region are welcome.
Only candidates already based in Brazil will be considered.
Work Model: Remote or hybrid, depending on project arrangements.
Language Requirements: Professional English - written and spoken, Native portuguese.
Seniority: Senior (6+ years).
Rate: Candidates should provide their salary expectations.
About The Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior PeopleSoft Database Administrator to lead the administration, maintenance, and optimisation of business-critical PeopleSoft environments.
You will help ensure platform performance, security, availability, and resilience while contributing to upgrades, automation, disaster recovery, and continuous improvement. The position also offers the opportunity to mentor junior professionals and collaborate with developers, functional analysts, and infrastructure teams.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PeopleSoft DBA who enjoys combining hands-on technical work with technical leadership and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer, maintain, and optimise PeopleSoft environments and Oracle databases;
- Install, configure, and support PeopleSoft servers, WebLogic, Tuxedo, and Process Scheduler components;
- Perform PeopleSoft Update Manager updates and PeopleTools upgrades;
- Plan and execute Oracle patching and database upgrades;
- Conduct advanced performance tuning across Oracle databases and PeopleSoft applications;
- Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies using Oracle RMAN;
- Support security controls and Single Sign-On integrations;
- Design, test, and maintain disaster recovery plans using Oracle Data Guard;
- Develop automation scripts using Shell, Python, or PowerShell;
- Support PeopleSoft migrations and version-control processes;
- Troubleshoot complex database, application, and infrastructure issues;
- Collaborate with developers, functional analysts, and multidisciplinary technology teams;
- Mentor junior DBAs and promote technical knowledge sharing;
- Maintain operational procedures and technical documentation.
Essential Requirements
- Solid professional experience administering PeopleSoft databases and environments;
- Strong knowledge of Oracle Database, SQL, PL/SQL, and RMAN;
- Hands-on experience with PeopleTools 8.5x or 8.6x;
- Familiarity with PeopleTools components such as Application Designer, Data Mover, and Change Assistant;
- Experience working with Linux or Unix environments and Shell scripting;
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft installation, configuration, maintenance, patching, or upgrades;
- Experience with Oracle WebLogic, Tuxedo, or PeopleSoft Process Scheduler;
- Professional written and spoken English;
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills;
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Experience with Oracle 19c or 21c;
- Knowledge of Oracle Exadata or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure;
- Experience with Oracle Data Guard and disaster recovery planning;
- Familiarity with PeopleSoft Update Manager;
- Experience with Integration Broker;
- Knowledge of PeopleTools migration capabilities or STAT;
- Automation experience with Python or PowerShell;
- Experience with security management or Single Sign-On;
- Previous experience in consulting or client-facing environments;
- MBA, postgraduate degree, or other relevant advanced education.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is an experienced PeopleSoft DBA who combines deep technical knowledge with a practical and collaborative approach.
You are likely to succeed in this role if you:
- Take ownership of the stability, security, and performance of critical environments;
- Are comfortable working across the Oracle database and PeopleSoft application layers;
- Diagnose complex technical issues methodically and efficiently;
- Look for opportunities to automate repetitive activities;
- Plan upgrades, patches, backups, and recovery processes carefully;
- Communicate clearly with both technical and functional teams;
- Enjoy sharing knowledge and mentoring less-experienced professionals;
- Work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams;
- Value documentation, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Questions for Candidates
- How many years of experience do you have administering PeopleSoft environments?
- Which PeopleTools versions have you supported?
- What experience do you have with Oracle 19c or 21c?
- How would you describe your proficiency with SQL, PL/SQL, and RMAN?
- Have you performed PeopleSoft Update Manager updates or PeopleTools upgrades?
- Which PeopleTools components have you used professionally?
- Do you have experience with WebLogic, Tuxedo, and Process Scheduler?
- Have you designed or supported disaster recovery solutions using Oracle Data Guard?
- What experience do you have with Oracle Exadata or OCI?
- Have you automated DBA or PeopleSoft processes using Shell, Python, or PowerShell?
- Which migration or version-control tools have you used in PeopleSoft environments?
- Have you worked with Integration Broker or Single Sign-On?
- Have you previously mentored junior DBAs?
- What is your level of written and spoken English?
- Are you currently based in Brazil?
- Are you comfortable with a remote or hybrid working arrangement?
- What are your current compensation and salary expectations?
- Could you briefly describe a complex PeopleSoft upgrade, migration, or performance issue you handled?
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