Oracle DBA

Cognizant; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 99,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation seeks an experienced Oracle DBA for a full-time, on-site role in Carson City, NV. You will administer, monitor, and support Oracle databases across multiple versions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key duties include GoldenGate replication, Exadata administration, RAC/ASM/Data Guard, RMAN backups, HA/DR, and performance tuning. The role requires 24x7 on-call readiness and strong communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Oracle Database Administration experience.
• Experience with Oracle GoldenGate installation and configuration.
• Experience administering Oracle Exadata environments.
• Proficient in Oracle RAC, ASM, and Data Guard.
• Strong RMAN backup & recovery skills.
• Familiarity with OEM and performance tuning tools.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and support Oracle Database environments (11g/12c/19c/21c).
• Manage and maintain Oracle GoldenGate replication.
• Administer and support Oracle Exadata infrastructure and databases.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot RAC, ASM, and Data Guard.

Skills

Oracle DBA

GoldenGate

Exadata

RAC

ASM

Data Guard

RMAN

OEM

AWR/ASH/ADDM

Linux/Unix

Shell Scripting

On-call

Communication

Tools

Oracle DB Tools

Job description

Cognizant is seeking an Oracle DBA for a full-time opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and support Oracle Database environments (11g/12c/19c/21c).

• Manage and maintain Oracle GoldenGate replication (Uni-directional and Bi-directional environments).

• Administer and support Oracle Exadata infrastructure and databases.

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Oracle RAC, ASM, and Data Guard environments.

• Perform database installation, upgrades, patching, migration, cloning, and refresh activities.

• Monitor database performance and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks using AWR, ASH, ADDM, and OEM.

• Manage backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and perform disaster recovery testing.

• Implement High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions using Data Guard.

• Support production incidents, service requests, problem management, and root cause analysis.

• Work closely with application, infrastructure, and cloud teams during deployments and migrations.

• Automate routine DBA tasks using Shell Scripting and Oracle utilities.

• Ensure database security, compliance, and operational best practices.

Qualifications:

Mandatory Technical Skills

• Oracle Database Administration: 10+ years

• Oracle GoldenGate: Installation, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning

• Oracle Exadata: Administration, Monitoring, Patching, Performance Optimization

• Oracle RAC

• Oracle ASM

• Oracle Data Guard / Active Data Guard

• RMAN Backup & Recovery

• Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)

• Performance Tuning (AWR, ASH, ADDM, SQL Tuning)

• Linux/Unix Administration

• Shell Scripting

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

• Experience supporting large-scale mission-critical production environments.

• Ability to work in 24x7 support/on-call rotational model.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience in banking, financial services, or other regulated environments is preferred.

The salary range for this role is between $99,000 and $116,000 depending on skills and qualifications of the candidate. Applications will be accepted till 11/11/2026.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.