Oracle DBA

Cognizant; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation in Tampa, FL is seeking an experienced Oracle DBA for a full-time role. You will administer, monitor, and optimize Oracle databases across multiple versions, manage GoldenGate replication, Exadata infrastructure, and Data Guard, and ensure robust backup, DR, and security practices.

The role requires 10+ years in Oracle DBA, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to work in a 24x7 on-call environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Oracle Database Administration
• Experience with GoldenGate, Exadata, RAC, ASM, and Data Guard
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work in 24x7 on-call model
• Experience in banking/regulated environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and support Oracle databases (11g/12c/19c/21c).
• Manage Oracle GoldenGate replication and Exadata infrastructure.
• Configure RAC, ASM, and Data Guard; perform patches and migrations.
• Perform RMAN backups, recovery, and DR testing.
• Monitor performance using AWR/ASH/ADDM and OEM.
• Work with application, infra, and cloud teams during deployments.
• Automate DBA tasks with Shell scripting.
• Ensure security and compliance of database operations.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support and handle incidents.

Skills

Oracle DBA

Oracle GoldenGate

Oracle Exadata

Oracle RAC

Oracle ASM

Data Guard / Active Data Guard

RMAN Backup & Recovery

OEM

Performance Tuning (AWR/ASH/ADDM)

Linux/Unix Administration

Shell Scripting

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.