Senior Technology Engineer – Oracle DBA

Location

• The role is based in Dubai, UAE.

Job Overview

Oracle Database Administration

• Administer and support Oracle databases, including Oracle RAC and Oracle Data Guard.
• Manage database operations across Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and AWS.
• Administer and monitor databases using Oracle Enterprise Manager.
• Perform database backup and recovery activities using RMAN.

Performance and Database Engineering

• Perform database patching and migrations.
• Conduct SQL and database-level performance tuning.
• Identify and resolve database performance issues.
• Maintain database reliability and operational stability across technology projects.

Automation and DevOps

• Automate repetitive Oracle DBA activities using modern automation technologies.
• Develop and maintain automation using Ansible, Jenkins, Terraform, and Groovy.
• Contribute to improving operational efficiency through automation.

Project and Operational Support

• Work across multiple technology projects simultaneously.
• Operate effectively under pressure and support critical activities when required.
• Provide occasional out-of-hours and weekend support based on operational requirements.

Required Skills and Experience

• At least 8 years of Oracle database engineering experience within large organizations.
• Excellent knowledge of Oracle Database Administration, Oracle RAC, Oracle Data Guard, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and RMAN.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and AWS.
• Strong expertise in database patching, database migration, SQL tuning, and database performance tuning.
• Good knowledge of SQL and/or PL/SQL.
• Good understanding of Unix/Linux operating systems.
• Scripting experience using Bash and Python.
• Good knowledge of Agile working practices.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with Ansible, Git, Jenkins, Groovy, or Terraform is desirable.
• Banking and managing analytical database experience is desirable.
• Relevant professional certifications are desirable.