Oracle Core DBA

We are seeking an experienced Oracle Core DBA to manage, maintain, and optimize mission-critical Oracle database environments. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise in Oracle RAC, Data Guard with FSFO, Golden Gate, and OEM, along with excellent customer-handling skills. This role requires the ability to work under high-pressure environments, manage escalations, and ensure high availability and performance of databases.

Key Responsibilities:

Database Administration & Operations

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Oracle databases (11g, 12c, 19c) in standalone and RAC environments.
• Manage and support Oracle Data Guard configurations including Fast-Start Failover (FSFO).
• Perform database patching, upgrades, and migrations with minimal downtime.
• Ensure database high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity.

Monitoring & Automation

• Install, configure, and administer Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) 13c.
• Proactively monitor database health, capacity, performance, and availability.
• Automate routine DBA tasks using scripts and OEM features.

Performance & Tuning

• Perform advanced performance tuning at database, SQL, and instance levels.
• Analyze AWR, ASH, ADDM reports and resolve performance bottlenecks.
• Optimize SQL queries, indexing strategies, memory, and I/O performance.

Replication & Integration

• Implement, configure, and support Oracle Golden Gate for real-time data replication.
• Troubleshoot replication lag, data conflicts, and performance issues.

Incident & Customer Management

• Act as a primary escalation point for critical production issues.
• Handle customer interactions professionally, explaining technical issues clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Work effectively under pressure in 24x7 production support environments.
• Participate in on-call and manage critical outages with urgency and accuracy.

Security & Compliance

• Implement database security best practices including user management, auditing, encryption, and backups.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

Experience Level: 7 to 10+ years

Mandatory Technical Skills:

• Oracle Database 11g, 12c, 19c
• Oracle RAC
• Oracle Data Guard with FSFO
• OEM 13c installation and configuration
• Oracle Golden Gate
• Advanced Performance Tuning
• Backup and recovery using RMAN

Certification (Mandatory):

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)

Required Soft Skills:

• Excellent customer communication and stakeholder management
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and under high-pressure situations
• Effective documentation and reporting skills
• Team-oriented mindset.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED1.00 - AED2.00 per month