S2TQT2-Senior Oracle DBA

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to ensure the efficient operation and security of critical databases. In this role, you will manage high-availability environments for Oracle and SQL Server, conduct performance tuning, and implement robust backup and recovery strategies. You will collaborate with a team of experienced professionals, contributing to cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic setting. This position offers a flexible contract arrangement, allowing you to work alongside a prestigious financial institution while enhancing your skills in a collaborative environment. If you are motivated to take on this challenging role, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Flexible contract arrangements

Opportunities for growth

Collaborative environment

Work with cutting-edge technologies

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Database Administration.
• Proficiency in Oracle and SQL Server with Azure Cloud experience.
• Relevant certifications such as OCP or Azure are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases.
• Conduct performance tuning and optimize system efficiency.
• Implement backup and recovery strategies to meet SLAs.

Skills

Database Administration

Oracle 19c

SQL Server 2019

Azure Cloud SQL PaaS

Performance Tuning

Backup and Recovery

Data Security

Schema Management

Technical Support

Education

Relevant certifications (OCP, Azure)

Tools

Oracle Exadata

Data Guard

RMAN

Datapump

EMCC (Oracle)

Microsoft Monitoring Tools

Postgres SQL

MySQL

Azure Cosmos DB

Mvault

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Contract details

• Contract length: 1–3 years
• Location: Ottawa hybrid (10 days in office per month)
• Security Clearance: Reliability or eligibility (5 years in Canada)

Client

Bank of Canada

Your New Role

As a Database Administrator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient operation and security of databases. This involves managing high-availability environments for Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases, working under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Database and Middleware Services to deliver high-quality services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Database Installation and Maintenance: Install, configure, and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases in high-availability environments.
2. Performance Tuning: Conduct database performance analysis and tuning to optimize system efficiency.
3. Backup and Recovery: Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to meet business SLAs.
4. Security Administration: Ensure database security through access control and data encryption.
5. Data Consistency: Maintain data integrity by adhering to data model standards.
6. Schema Management: Manage schema objects and perform production migrations.
7. Technical Support: Resolve technical issues and support other DBAs.
8. Performance Monitoring: Analyze system performance to identify bottlenecks.
9. Collaboration: Work with development DBAs on migration activities and disaster recovery testing.

What You'll Need to Succeed

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Database Administration with Oracle 19c, SQL Server 2019 or higher, and experience with Azure Cloud SQL PaaS services.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Oracle Exadata, Data Guard, RAC, RMAN, Datapump, and Oracle TDE.
• Monitoring Tools: Experience with EMCC (Oracle) and (Microsoft) for database monitoring.
• Additional Skills: Familiarity with Postgres SQL, MySQL, Azure Cosmos DB, and Mvault is beneficial.
• Certifications: Relevant designations such as OCP or Azure certifications are advantageous.
• Organizational Skills: Demonstrated ability to organize effectively.

What You'll Get in Return

• Contract Terms: A 1-3-year contract with flexible arrangements, requiring at least 10 days in Ottawa per month.
• Opportunities for Growth: Work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to critical database operations.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of experienced professionals in a dynamic setting.

What You Need to Do Now

If you are a motivated and skilled Database Administrator seeking a challenging role with a prestigious financial institution, please submit your application with your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you!