Oracle Database Engineer

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and security company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Oracle Database Engineer for a 12-month contract in Christchurch. In this full-time on-site role, you will develop, maintain, and support Oracle databases while ensuring high performance and security. Responsibilities include database performance tuning, implementing recovery strategies, and collaborating with internal teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong Oracle skills and a background in the Defence & Security sector. Apply now to further your career in this critical industry.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Oracle database development and support.
• Proficiency in database performance tuning and query optimisation.
• Solid understanding of database backup and recovery strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience in the Defence & Security sector is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Developing, maintaining, and supporting Oracle databases.
• Ensuring high performance, availability, and security of the Oracle databases.
• Designing database solutions that meet business requirements.
• Conducting database performance tuning and optimisation.
• Implementing database backup and recovery strategies.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Providing support for database-related issues.
• Maintaining comprehensive database documentation.

Skills

Oracle database development and support

Database performance tuning

Query optimisation

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Job description

Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking an experienced Oracle Database Engineer to join their team based in Christchurch. This is a 12-month contract role, offering a unique opportunity to work full‑time on site with one of the industry's leading defence and security companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing, maintaining, and supporting Oracle databases
• Ensuring high performance, availability, and security of the Oracle databases
• Designing database solutions that meet the business requirements for both new projects and existing systems
• Conducting database performance tuning and optimisation
• Implementing database backup and recovery strategies
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure effective database solutions
• Providing support for database‑related issues and troubleshooting any problems that arise
• Maintaining comprehensive database documentation and ensuring adherence to security protocols and standards

Job Requirements:

• Strong experience in Oracle database development and support
• Proficiency in database performance tuning and query optimisation
• Solid understanding of database backup and recovery strategies
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment
• Experience working within the Defence & Security sector is an advantage
• Full time on‑site availability in Christchurch

If you are an Oracle Database Engineer with the expertise required and a desire to further your career within the Defence & Security industry, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's dedicated team in Christchurch.