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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to join our technology team. As an Oracle Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, upgrading, administration, monitoring, maintenance, and security of our Oracle database environments. You will ensure the availability and consistent performance of our corporate applications, working closely with developers, system administrators, and other IT staff to provide technical support and resolve database-related issues. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Oracle database architecture, backup and recovery strategies, performance tuning, and security best practices. You will be expected to implement and maintain database policies and procedures to ensure the integrity and availability of databases and their accompanying software. Your role will also include planning for capacity, managing storage, and performing regular audits to ensure compliance with internal and external standards. You will participate in disaster recovery planning and testing, and provide recommendations for improvements to database management processes. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
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- Monitor database performance and implement tuning measures
- Perform regular database backups and recovery operations
- Manage database security and user access
- Troubleshoot and resolve database issues
- Develop and maintain database documentation and procedures
- Plan and implement database capacity and storage requirements
- Collaborate with development and IT teams on database design
- Perform database patching and apply security updates
- Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
- Proven experience as an Oracle Database Administrator
- Strong knowledge of Oracle database architecture and tools
- Experience with backup, recovery, and performance tuning
- Familiarity with database security best practices
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with Oracle RAC and Data Guard is a plus
- Knowledge of scripting languages such as SQL, PL/SQL, or Shell
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How many years of experience do you have as an Oracle DBA?
- Describe your experience with Oracle database backup and recovery.
- What performance tuning techniques have you implemented?
- Have you worked with Oracle RAC or Data Guard?
- How do you ensure database security and compliance?
- Describe a challenging database issue you resolved.
- What tools do you use for database monitoring?
- Are you comfortable working on-call or after hours if needed?
- What scripting languages are you proficient in?
- How do you stay updated with Oracle database advancements?
