Oracle DBA Lead

Atos; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme - contributions matched

Private medical cover

Income Protection

Life Assurance

25 days paid leave + holidays

Flex benefits program

Job summary

Atos is seeking an experienced Oracle DBA to lead the Oracle platform components during migration, including build, configuration and safe data movement from the legacy estate.

The role requires strong SQL Server experience and leadership of technical teams, with on-site engagement across multiple hubs and a hybrid working model. Excellent communication and governance support are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Oracle DBA experience with Oracle 19c/21c.
• Proven DBA leadership and platform administration.
• Experience with database migration and reconciliation.
• Knowledge of infrastructure integration and performance tuning.
• Ability to lead and mentor technical teams.
• Hands-on MSSQL administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead build and configuration of the Oracle platform components of the target environment.
• Direct DBA engineers on migration, validation and cutover of Oracle data.
• Translate designs into operations; assure integration with the wider platform.
• Resolve Oracle platform problems and support performance/scalability testing.
• Support governance approvals and transition to BAU.

Skills

Oracle DBA

Oracle 19c

Oracle 21c

DBA leadership

Database migration

MSSQL admin

Performance tuning

Tools

MSSQL

Job description

Atos is the Atos Group brand dedicated to AI-powered, secure, end-to-end digital services. Atos designs, develops, and operates critical digital environments that drive performance, resilience and sovereignty, helping public and private organizations worldwide retain control over their data and infrastructures, while meeting regulatory requirements. With more than 54,000 employees serving over 4,500 clients across 54 countries, Atos helps modernize core IT systems, accelerate cloud and data transformation, strengthen cybersecurity, and deliver secure digital workplace environments to support its clients, its employees and society. Atos also provides consulting and advisory services through its Atos Amplify brand. A trusted partner in operating complex and mission-critical environments, Atos supports organizations across highly regulated and sovereign contexts.

About Atos Group

Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 56,000 employees and annual revenue of c. €7.2 billion (at the go-forward perimeter), operating in 54 countries under two brands - Atos for services and Eviden for products and systems. European number one in cybersecurity and a leader in cloud, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos Group is listed on Euronext Paris.

Where purpose meets career

• Continuous Learning & Development – Stay ahead through ongoing training and skill enhancement.
• High Impact Challenges – Gain exposure to complex projects with broad business scope.
• Market Leadership – Be part of an industry-leading organization driving innovation and growth.

Role purpose

Leads the Oracle POD, owning the Oracle database platform elements of the migration — build, configuration and the safe movement of data from the legacy Oracle estate.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead build and configuration of the Oracle platform components of the target environment.
• Direct DBA engineers on migration, validation and cutover of Oracle data.
• Translate designs into operations; assure integration with the wider platform.
• Resolve Oracle platform problems and support performance/scalability testing.
• Support governance approvals and transition to BAU.

Skills We Can’t Do Without

• 5+ years of Oracle DBA experience with strong expertise in Oracle 19c and Oracle 21c.
• Proven experience in Oracle platform administration and DBA leadership.
• Strong knowledge of database migration and reconciliation.
• Experience with infrastructure integration and performance tuning.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor technical teams.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) administration.

Communication Skills

Must have excellent communication skills including written, verbal and presentation

Location

• On-site 3 days/week at a base location — Benton Park View (Newcastle), Manchester Corporate Hub, or Peel Park (Blackpool); hybrid.
• Standard 8-hour day, Mon–Fri

Essential Criteria – SC Eligibility

To be eligible for SC clearance, you must have lived and worked in the UK continuously for the past 5 years.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%
• Private medical cover
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• 25 days paid leave + National Holidays
• Flex benefits program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from all applicants, especially, differently abled applicants. We aim to ensure that those who meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. We are committed and willing to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs. We are a care leaver friendly employer.

Here at Atos, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all.

Atos is a recognized leader in its industry across Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. Find out more on our CSR commitment.

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