We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Sr IT Database Administrator to join our Database Management organization at Sparta Systems. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work with a large footprint of diverse database technologies, making a significant impact by establishing a solid foundation for innovation, performance, reliability, and scalability across on-premise and public cloud solutions.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Lead and execute Oracle Database Upgrades from 12c to 19c.
Design, implement, and maintain High Availability database solutions including physical, logical, and Active Data Guard.
Provide comprehensive database technology support for SAP Oracle Database or Oracle ERP environments.
Hands-on experience with Oracle EBS R12.1 and R12.2 and SAP ERP Oracle database.
Manage the full lifecycle of Database environments (Plan, Build, Patch, Run) for Oracle Database, including SAP database and EBS R12.2/R12.1.
Maintain and develop robust backup/recovery processes for Oracle Database and its ecosystems.
Drive the adoption of strategic platforms for Oracle Database on-premises and in Cloud Infrastructure such as OCI, AWS, and Azure.
Contribute significantly to Database Automation activities to improve process efficiency and ensure risk compliance.
Drive Stability initiatives by proactively reviewing and addressing Database performance and capacity trends.
Participate effectively in a 24x7 operational support shift model.
Be proactive in learning and supporting other core database technologies like MS SQL, MySQL, and open-source databases.
Ensure centralized 24x7 Database Monitoring and Auditing Tools are in place and operating effectively.
Create and maintain reliable CMDB inventory for your area of responsibility along with connected assets.
Consistently review the usage of database inventory, working on consolidation, migration, and deletion of associated assets to ensure IT spend savings.
Participate in the creation of standards, processes, and documentation for various database activities including architecture, user access, user termination, DB creation, DB migration, DB security, and ServiceNow knowledge.
Engage with patching and vulnerability management activities.
Actively troubleshoot and investigate business-impacting performance issues as part of the Operational Database Support teams.
Ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, evaluating controls to mitigate negative outcomes through prevention, detection, and correction (e.g., SOX/PCI/GDPR/Export compliance).
Engage in cross-platform training sessions on technology trends, creating opportunities for career growth and training resources across various technologies.

Skills Requirement:

Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Database, including expertise in Oracle Database Upgrade from 12c to 19c.
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in High Availability database solutions (physical, logical, and Active Data Guard).
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in database technology for SAP DB Administration or Oracle EBS.
Experience in full lifecycle of Database environment (Plan, Build, Patch, Run) for Oracle database, including SAP database, EBS R12.2, R12.1.
Experience in maintaining and developing backup/recovery processes for Oracle database and its eco-systems.
Knowledge and hands-on experience in transforming to and from on-premise environments to cloud technology (OCI, AWS, Azure).
Experience in Database Tuning and database replication.
Knowledge in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and production support.
Excellent oral, written, and collaborative communication skills.
Ability to partner effectively across IT teams, suppliers, and business customers on cross-functional projects and process improvements.
Strong interpersonal skills, including effective listening and being a motivated team player.
Knowledge and hands-on experience with data protection, business continuity, and disaster recovery options, configuration, and execution.
Experience in effectively dealing with critical outages and remediation efforts.
Creative and collaborative problem-solving capability.
Strong business acumen and customer focus.
Ability to translate business issues/requirements and objectives into technical solutions.
Strong knowledge of IT business processes and practices, including ITIL methodology.

QUALIFICATION:

Bachelor's in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.