Remote Oracle DB Cloud Migration Lead (AWS)

Cognizant; Frankfort (KY); Remote; USD 137,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an Oracle DBA Lead to drive an on-premises to AWS migration. The role focuses on end-to-end migration of Oracle databases to AWS EC2, with strong expertise in RAC, RMAN, Data Pump, and GoldenGate across Windows, Linux, and Unix.

The candidate will coordinate with application, cloud, network, security, and storage teams, and provide hypercare support after go-live. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on Oracle DBA experience.
• Experience migrating Oracle databases to AWS or cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle RAC and clustered configurations.
• Familiarity with RMAN, Data Pump, GoldenGate, and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end migration of Oracle databases from on-premises to AWS (rehost to EC2).
• Build and configure Oracle DB environments on AWS, including network and storage layout.
• Execute schema and data migration using RMAN, Data Pump, or GoldenGate.
• Plan mock migrations, cutovers, validation, and post-go-live hypercare.
• Provide documentation, runbooks, and knowledge transfer to support teams.

Skills

Oracle DBA

AWS migration

RAC/clustered DB

RMAN/Data Pump

SQL/PLSQL

Education

Oracle certification

Tools

Oracle Enterprise Manager

GoldenGate

AWS CloudWatch

Transportable tablespaces

Job description

Cognizant is seeking an Oracle DBA Lead to drive an on-premises to AWS migration. The role focuses on end-to-end migration of Oracle databases to AWS EC2, with strong expertise in RAC, RMAN, Data Pump, and GoldenGate across Windows, Linux, and Unix.

The candidate will coordinate with application, cloud, network, security, and storage teams, and provide hypercare support after go-live. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.