NEWPosted 7 hours ago
Job ID: JOB_ID_11232
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Oracle DBA with expertise in DB2 and Snowflake to join our team. This role is crucial for the performance tuning of large database operations across over 20 applications. The ideal candidate will be a local DBA and an expert in DB2 & Snowflake, supporting developers globally. While Snowflake expertise is preferred, it is not essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee end-to-end administration of Oracle, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server database environments, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance.
- Perform installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and migration of database systems across on-prem and cloud environments.
- Design and implement robust backup and recovery strategies using RMAN, pgBackRest, native SQL Server backup tools, and AWS Backup.
- Conduct proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and performance tuning using AWR, OEM, pg_stat views, DMVs, and cloud-native monitoring tools.
- Diagnose and resolve complex database performance issues involving SQL tuning, indexing strategies, execution plans, database parameters, and storage optimization.
- Optimize large-scale OLTP and OLAP workloads for reliability and efficiency across multi-database platforms.
- Manage and support AWS RDS (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) instances, including provisioning, scaling, monitoring, and security.
- Deploy and maintain AWS Aurora PostgreSQL/SQL Server where applicable.
- Implement automation using AWS services such as CloudWatch, Lambda, Systems Manager, IAM, KMS, and CloudFormation/Terraform.
- Support cloud migrations including schema conversion, data migration, and cutover planning.
- Implement and enforce database security standards including user management, roles, auditing, encryption, and patching.
- Maintain compliance with corporate and industry standards (e.g., access controls, data retention policies).
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and remediation.
- Architect and maintain HA/DR solutions such as Data Guard, Oracle RAC, Always On Availability Groups, PostgreSQL replication, and AWS multi-AZ replication.
- Develop and regularly test DR playbooks and failover procedures.
- Automate repetitive DBA tasks using Python, scripting, Power, or PL/SQL.
- Develop and maintain database maintenance scripts and automated alerts.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting for production incidents with strong root cause analysis.
- Support 24×7 on-call rotation for critical systems.
- Collaborate with application teams to support database-related development, deployments, and performance improvements.
- Partner with engineering, DevOps, and application teams on designing scalable, cloud-ready data solutions.
- Lead database modernization initiatives, cloud migrations, and cross-platform upgrades.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior DBAs and engineers.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for database configurations, standards, and operational procedures.
- Advocate for continuous improvement in database architecture, automation, and operational workflows.
Requirements:
- 8+ Years of experience as Senior Database Administrator (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server(Knowledge), AWS).
- Expertise in DB2 and Snowflake is required for performance tuning.
- Experience with AWS RDS and Aurora PostgreSQL/SQL Server.
- Proficiency in automation using Python and AWS services.
- Experience with HA/DR solutions like Data Guard, Oracle RAC, Always On Availability Groups.
- Strong understanding of database security and compliance.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Special Requirements
In-person interview required. Prefer locals.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $70 – $90 per hour (Estimated)
Location: New York, NY
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: Morgan Stanley
Email: rahul.accretemacro@gmail.com
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