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Apple's SAP Technology team is seeking a highly skilled SAP Basis Administrator to handle and optimise large-scale SAP systems that support critical business functions. The role focuses on ensuring system scalability, availability, performance, infrastructure security, and software lifecycle management. The ideal candidate will bring passion, creativity, and problem-solving ability to a multifaceted global environment.

Description

This is a critical technical role that bridges traditional database administration with modern DevOps practices and application infrastructure management. You will manage critical Oracle database environments including Data Guard implementation, replication, SQL tuning, backup/restore operations, and table reorganisation while modernising operations through Python/shell scripting automation and CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins. Your responsibilities extend to Linux system administration, managing Java application servers, performing end-to-end application monitoring using tools, managing Oracle Wallets, and leveraging networking knowledge to optimise system performance. This position requires excellent communication skills to collaborate with development teams, infrastructure engineers, and business stakeholders, offering an excellent opportunity for a seasoned DBA to expand into DevOps and modern infrastructure practices.

Responsibilities

Oracle Database Administration
Manage and maintain Oracle databases including installation, configuration, and upgrades
Knowledge on Oracle Data Guard
Perform database replication setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting
Knowledge on Database Performance Optimisation and Tuning
Conduct database backup, restore, and recovery operations
Manage Oracle Wallets
Monitor database health, performance metrics, and capacity planning
Perform SQL tuning and query optimisation for improved application performance
Analyse and resolve database performance bottlenecks
Implement database monitoring solutions and proactive alerting
Conduct performance analysis and capacity planning
Linux System Administration
Administer Linux servers supporting Oracle databases and application infrastructure
Develop and maintain Python and shell scripts
System monitoring and performance optimisation
Manage system resources, storage, and networking configurations
Knowledge on DevOps & CI/CD pipelines
Support continuous integration and deployment processes
Application Stack Management
Monitor and maintain Java-based application servers
Knowledge on web stack infrastructure and application deployments
Perform end-to-end application monitoring and troubleshooting
Ensure application availability and performance

Minimum Qualifications

Oracle Database: 4+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle DBA tasks
Oracle Data Guard: Strong experience in setup, configuration, and management
Database Operations: Expertise in replication, table reorg, backup/restore, and recovery
SQL Tuning: Proven experience in query optimisation and performance tuning
Linux Administration: Proficient in Linux system administration and troubleshooting
Scripting: Strong skills in Python and Linux shell scripting
Networking: Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols
CI/CD: Working knowledge of Jenkins and CI/CD concepts
Application Servers: Experience with Apache, Tomcat etc.
Monitoring Tools: Hands-on experience with Splunk for monitoring and analytics
Cloud Technologies: Basic understanding of cloud concepts and services
Oracle Wallet management for security and credential handling
Java web stack knowledge
End-to-end application monitoring capabilities
Performance analysis and optimisation
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills
Strong collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Documentation skills for procedures and run books

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Experience with automation tools
Knowledge of containerisation
Experience in cloud platforms

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