Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Oracle Database Administrator to provide end-to-end database administration support for business-critical applications across production and non-production environments. The ideal candidate will ensure high availability, performance, security, and reliability of Oracle database platforms while supporting modern architectures and cloud-based deployments.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive database administration support for mission-critical applications in both production and non-production environments.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of Oracle database systems.
• Administer Oracle databases across multiple operating systems, including but not limited to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows.
• Install, configure, and manage Oracle Server versions 12c, 19c, and 21c, including Oracle RAC on multi-node systems.
• Configure, administer, and maintain Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control.
• Plan and execute Oracle database upgrades and patching activities.
• Design, implement, and maintain reliable backup and recovery strategies using RMAN.
• Proactively manage database security, including compliance with security standards, access controls, SSL, and encryption.
• Apply Oracle security patches and bug fixes in both non-production and production environments.
• Develop, maintain, and support database maintenance and automation scripts.
• Create and maintain database design documentation and operational support guides.
• Configure and manage Oracle Data Guard and Active Data Guard, including automatic failover using Data Guard Broker.
• Configure and support multitenant architecture, including Container Databases (CDB) and Pluggable Databases (PDB).
• Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation to support critical systems.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Oracle Database Administration professional with 5+ years of hands-on experience, primarily with Oracle Database 19c.
• Proven experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control 13c or later.
• Strong operating system experience, particularly with Linux/Unix environments.
• At least 3 years of experience with Oracle GoldenGate replication.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience administering Oracle RAC environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Oracle management and utility tools, including Data Guard, Active Data Guard, RMAN, and Data Loader.
• Experience administering databases on Oracle Exadata and cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure.
• Solid understanding and hands-on experience with Oracle Partitioning.
• Strong Unix/Linux shell scripting skills.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering PostgreSQL databases.
• Experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or equivalent certification.

Flexible Working

At Conduent, we value individuality and flexible working arrangements. In this role, you can expect:

•  Remote Work: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while optimizing your work-life balance.

          We offer perks and rewards designed to support you:

• Health & Welfare Benefits: Comprehensive plans tailored to your needs, effective from day one.
• Retirement Savings: Robust programs to help you secure your financial future.
• Employee Discounts: Access to a wide range of discounts on merchandise, services, travel, and more.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Paths for advancement within a global organization.
• Paid Training: Learn while you earn with award-winning learning platforms.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO packages to help you recharge.
• Great Work Environment: Join an award-winning culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Pay Transparency Laws in some locations require disclosure of compensation and/or benefits-related information.  For this position, actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, this position, based on business need, may be eligible for a bonus or incentive. In addition, Conduent provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage, voluntary dental and vision programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) or vacation and/or sick time. The estimated salary range for this role is $ 70K - 100K annually.