We are looking for an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) with strong hands-on skills in database installation, configuration, performance tuning, and high-availability solutions. The ideal candidate will be supporting mission-critical environments within the banking sector, ensuring database stability, security, and optimal performance.
This is 12 months renewable contract
Key Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases.
• Create and manage new databases, ensuring performance and availability.
• Harden and patch database instances based on vulnerability assessments.
• Configure and test Backup-Restore procedures, ensuring recoverability.
• Set up and test DataGuard (Oracle) and AOAG (SQL Server).
• Perform switchover testing for DR and production environments.
• Execute database migration and upgrades across platforms/versions.
• Maintain accurate inventory of all database installations and assets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents and performance issues.
• Support audit activities by providing required documentation and evidence.
• Implement database changes in accordance with change management policies.
• Document all processes and update operational runbooks.
• Lead and mentor junior DBAs and act as a point of escalation.
• Participate in 24x7 support (after-hours/weekends/holidays as required).
• Perform change, release, incident, and problem management per SLAs.
• Address vulnerabilities and security risks raised by internal security teams.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and fine-tuning of systems.
