Oracle DBA

Key accountabilities and decision ownership
Oracle Database administration

  • Perform database backups and recovery procedures.
  • Manage database users, roles, and permissions.
  • Optimize database performance through tuning and indexing.
  • Monitor database health and performance using monitoring tools.
  • Participate in database upgrades and migrations.

Exadata Management

  • Install, configure, upgrade, and patch Oracle Exadata systems.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot Exadata infrastructure and database performance.
  • Perform capacity planning and resource allocation for Exadata environments.
  • Manage Exadata storage and network components.
  • Ensure the availability and performance of Oracle databases running on Exadata.

Oracle GoldenGate (OGG) Management

  • Design, implement, and manage Oracle GoldenGate replication environments.
  • Configure and optimize OGG capture and apply processes.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to OGG replication.
  • Ensure data consistency and integrity across replicated databases.
  • Manage OGG security and access controls.

Other

  • Develop and maintain scripts for automating tasks.
  • Document procedures and configurations.
  • Collaborate with other IT teams (e.g., network, storage).
  • Provide 24/7 support for critical systems, including on-call rotations.

Key performance indicators :

  • Technical excellence, Able to implement a solution end-to-end from a  provided network design.
  • Attention to detail. Demonstrate diligence in execution of tasks and implementation of changes.
  • Communication. Able to express themselves in a multinational environment, with effective communication skills (technical and non-technical)
  • Teamwork. Ability to operate effectively in a technically complex environment.
  • Act with Simplicity and Speed
  • High level of Trust and Trusted

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience :
Oracle Database

  • In-depth knowledge of Oracle Database 19c.
  • Experience with Oracle RAC, Grid Infrastructure, and ASM.
  • Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, and RMAN.
  • Experience with database replication technologies (e.g., Data Guard, GoldenGate).

Exadate

  • Experience with Oracle Exadata architecture, storage, and network components.
  • Familiarity with Exadata System Software and monitoring tools (e.g., ExaWatcher).

Oracle GoldenGate (OGG)

  • Experience with configuring and managing Oracle GoldenGate for data replication.
  • Knowledge of OGG capture and apply processes.
  • Experience with OGG monitoring and troubleshooting.

Other

  • Experience in Oracle Linux administration.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python, Perl)
  • Experience with automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

  • 5 or more years of Technical experience across Oracle technologies in terms of architecture, design , implementation, and support.
  • Relevant Oracle DBA qualifications / certifications.
  • Experience working with Oracle Exadata and OGG.

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Job Category: Oracle DBA
Job Type: 12 Month Contract
Job Location: Cape Town Midrand
Education: Degree Relevant Qualifications
Level: Mid-Level
Working Hours: Hybrid

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