NTT DATA North America
Lead Cloud Oracle Database (DBA) Engineer
Lead Cloud Oracle Database (DBA) Engineer – NTT DATA North America, Plano, Texas.
Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Oracle Database Administrator with expertise in Oracle Exadata and Oracle Cloud infrastructure, and secondary skills in SQL Server administration. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementation, management, performance, integrity, security, and availability of Oracle databases deployed on both Exadata and Oracle Cloud platforms, as well as production support, automation, and database‑related projects.
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, patch, and upgrade Oracle databases (11g/12c/19c) on Exadata and Oracle Cloud (OCI) environments.
Administer and support Oracle Exadata Database Machine – including cell nodes, storage, compute nodes, and InfiniBand network.
Manage Oracle databases in OCI, including Bare Metal, VM DB Systems, and Autonomous DB.
Provide basic database administration experience in SQL Server 2012/2016 and above.
Determine overall design direction and provide hardware recommendations for complex technical issues.
Review public cloud platform database service releases and drive innovation.
Perform database capacity planning, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and disaster recovery.
Automate and optimize database management tasks using scripts (Shell, Python, PL/SQL, etc.).
Monitor database performance and proactively resolve problems.
Implement database security protocols, data masking, encryption, auditing, and manage user privileges.
Troubleshoot Oracle, SQL and other database errors with support staff.
Ensure key databases have deep insight monitoring enabled for fault detection.
Ensure compliance with database security standards and regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
Work with application teams on database design, queries, and performance optimization.
Manage database migrations, upgrades, and patch applications in production and development.
Participate in on‑call rotations for database production support as required.
Participate in DR and COB plans.
Document database configurations, processes, and policies.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline; or equivalent professional experience.
10+ years of experience as an Oracle Database Administrator in large‑scale production environments.
4+ years as an SQL Database Administrator.
Strong hands‑on experience with Oracle Exadata Database Machine (installation, configuration, patching, internals, support).
Proficient in managing Oracle databases in OCI (deployment, migration, management).
Deep knowledge of Oracle database architecture, ASM, RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and OEM.
Good understanding of SQL Server architecture, SSIS, SSRS, and T‑SQL.
Experience with database backup strategy design, implementation, and disaster recovery planning.
Extensive production experience in Data Guard management.
Experience in cross‑platform database migration.
Experience analyzing AWR, ADDM, and ASH reports.
Strong database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting skills.
Expertise in Unix/Linux operating systems (Oracle Linux preferred), shell scripting, and automation.
Familiarity with Exadata Storage Server, Flash Cache, Hybrid Columnar Compression, and networking.
Working knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) Cloud Control.
Experience with cloud tools (OCI CLI, REST APIs), Oracle Autonomous Database, and migration tools (Data Pump, GoldenGate) is a plus.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team; strong troubleshooting skills.
Ability to manage and support Oracle and SQL Databases in AWS and Azure cloud.
Preferred/Desirable
Oracle Certified Professional or Oracle Certified Expert credentials.
Oracle Exadata Database Certified Implementation Specialist.
MCTS, MCITP certifications.
Familiarity with cloud automation (Terraform, Ansible) for OCI.
Any Public Cloud Certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP).
About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader based in New York, serving 75 % of the Fortune Global 100. We offer AI & digital infrastructure solutions, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers, and application services. We are committed to responsible innovation and providing clients with robust ecosystems of innovation partners.
EEO Statement NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Oracle Database Administrator with expertise in Oracle Exadata and Oracle Cloud infrastructure, and secondary skills in SQL Server administration. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementation, management, performance, integrity, security, and availability of Oracle databases deployed on both Exadata and Oracle Cloud platforms, as well as production support, automation, and database‑related projects.
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, patch, and upgrade Oracle databases (11g/12c/19c) on Exadata and Oracle Cloud (OCI) environments.
Administer and support Oracle Exadata Database Machine – including cell nodes, storage, compute nodes, and InfiniBand network.
Manage Oracle databases in OCI, including Bare Metal, VM DB Systems, and Autonomous DB.
Provide basic database administration experience in SQL Server 2012/2016 and above.
Determine overall design direction and provide hardware recommendations for complex technical issues.
Review public cloud platform database service releases and drive innovation.
Perform database capacity planning, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and disaster recovery.
Automate and optimize database management tasks using scripts (Shell, Python, PL/SQL, etc.).
Monitor database performance and proactively resolve problems.
Implement database security protocols, data masking, encryption, auditing, and manage user privileges.
Troubleshoot Oracle, SQL and other database errors with support staff.
Ensure key databases have deep insight monitoring enabled for fault detection.
Ensure compliance with database security standards and regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
Work with application teams on database design, queries, and performance optimization.
Manage database migrations, upgrades, and patch applications in production and development.
Participate in on‑call rotations for database production support as required.
Participate in DR and COB plans.
Document database configurations, processes, and policies.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline; or equivalent professional experience.
10+ years of experience as an Oracle Database Administrator in large‑scale production environments.
4+ years as an SQL Database Administrator.
Strong hands‑on experience with Oracle Exadata Database Machine (installation, configuration, patching, internals, support).
Proficient in managing Oracle databases in OCI (deployment, migration, management).
Deep knowledge of Oracle database architecture, ASM, RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and OEM.
Good understanding of SQL Server architecture, SSIS, SSRS, and T‑SQL.
Experience with database backup strategy design, implementation, and disaster recovery planning.
Extensive production experience in Data Guard management.
Experience in cross‑platform database migration.
Experience analyzing AWR, ADDM, and ASH reports.
Strong database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting skills.
Expertise in Unix/Linux operating systems (Oracle Linux preferred), shell scripting, and automation.
Familiarity with Exadata Storage Server, Flash Cache, Hybrid Columnar Compression, and networking.
Working knowledge of Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) Cloud Control.
Experience with cloud tools (OCI CLI, REST APIs), Oracle Autonomous Database, and migration tools (Data Pump, GoldenGate) is a plus.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team; strong troubleshooting skills.
Ability to manage and support Oracle and SQL Databases in AWS and Azure cloud.
Preferred/Desirable
Oracle Certified Professional or Oracle Certified Expert credentials.
Oracle Exadata Database Certified Implementation Specialist.
MCTS, MCITP certifications.
Familiarity with cloud automation (Terraform, Ansible) for OCI.
Any Public Cloud Certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP).
About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader based in New York, serving 75 % of the Fortune Global 100. We offer AI & digital infrastructure solutions, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers, and application services. We are committed to responsible innovation and providing clients with robust ecosystems of innovation partners.
EEO Statement NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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