Oracle Database Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics provider is seeking an Oracle Database Administrator to maintain and optimize their production databases in a remote environment. The successful candidate will join a high-performing technical team focused on critical systems, with a chance to expand their skills into Microsoft SQL Server over time. This role offers flexibility and significant opportunities for career development within a fast-evolving company.

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a production Oracle DBA required.
• In-depth understanding of Oracle RMAN and database optimization.
• Interest in Microsoft SQL Server and familiarity with cloud platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Oracle databases for the UK platform.
• Manage backup, recovery, and high availability configurations.
• Collaborate with development teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Oracle 12c/19c

SQL

PL/SQL

Problem-solving

Communication

Security

Backup and Recovery

High Availability

Tools

Oracle Enterprise Manager

Windows Server

AWS

Azure

Job description

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We’re representing a global analytics provider that supports major consumer brands and retailers through its cutting-edge platforms. Following a strategic acquisition, they’re now looking to appoint a UK-based Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to support their UK SaaS platform.

This is a technical, production-facing role focused on the stability, performance, and availability of enterprise-scale Oracle environments, running on Windows Server. Over time, the successful candidate will also have the opportunity to cross-skill into Microsoft SQL Server as the broader group’s infrastructure evolves.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer, monitor, and optimise Oracle databases supporting the UK platform
• Manage backup, recovery, upgrades, patching, and high availability configurations
• Support schema changes, performance tuning, and database-level troubleshooting
• Collaborate with development and support teams to resolve operational issues
• Document configurations and procedures to support continuity and knowledge sharing
• Participate in on-call support and maintenance activities
• Grow your skills into MS SQL Server and broader platform support over time
• Strong experience as a production Oracle DBA
• In-depth knowledge of Oracle 12c/19c, RMAN, and Oracle Enterprise Manager
• Strong SQL and PL/SQL development and tuning skills
• Experience running Oracle on Windows Server
• Sound understanding of security, backup, and high availability
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Interest in, exposure of, or experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2016+)
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS or Azure)
• Experience supporting SaaS or enterprise-grade applications

This is a rare chance to join a high-performing technical team working on mission-critical systems within a fast-evolving analytics business. The role is fully remote within the UK, with flexibility and long-term career development.