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Technical Consultant - Oracle DBA

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    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Data
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Dublin
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  • You must have 10+ years in Oracle DBA, Oracle Certified, experience with SQL Server, strong problem-solving skills, and familiarity with UNIX/Linux, scripting, cloud fundamentals, and data visualization tools.
  • You will provide 24x7 support for production databases, respond to incidents, drive root cause analysis, enhance service quality, and manage automation and process improvements.

Requirements

  • Excellent Oracle database administration skills in a production support capacity; with the responsibility for the delivery, support and maintenance of reliable, highly available and high-performance environments.
  • Support of database installation and configuration, monitoring and housekeeping, upgrade and patching, troubleshooting, root cause analysis and performance tuning.
  • Good experience in another RDBMS platform, preferably Microsoft SQL Server, database administration and skills as above.
  • A good team worker.
  • Ability to priorities and co-ordinate activities.
  • Experience of working to tight deadlines on a regular basis.
  • Good analytical, problem solving and documentation skills.
  • Ability to adapt to changing business needs (flexible) and learning new skills quickly.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, together with the ability to communicate with management and other business and technical groups.
  • Calm approach when under pressure.
  • Customer focused – strong service ethic.
  • Ability to work on own initiative with minimal direction.
  • Above 10 Years of progressive working knowledge of database technologies
  • Oracle Certified Professional
  • Oracle RDBMS (11g, 12c, 18c,19c)
  • Oracle Data Guard
  • Oracle Automatic Storage Management (ASM)
  • Oracle Grid Infrastructure and Real Application Clusters
  • Oracle Exadata
  • Oracle Golden Gate
  • Good understanding of UNIX and Linux operating systems (Red Hat Enterprise Linux)
  • Strong scripting skills (SQL, PL/SQL, UNIX shell scripting)
  • Database backup, restore and recovery - User and server managed (RMAN and EMC DataDomain or equivalent)
  • Database Instance and Query performance tuning
  • Big Data, No/SQL & Related Technologies
  • Data Visualization - Tableau, OBIEE, MS Power BI
  • Cloud Fundamental - AWS, Azure, Oracle

Responsibilities

  • 24x7 support for Fidelity’s Production database estate. This includes all Production, Disaster Recovery, Emergency Break Fix, User Acceptance Testing and Development environments.
  • Rapid response to address high severity (severity 1, 2 and 3H) incidents.
  • Support and delivery of assigned project work.
  • Pro-active issue detection and resolution as well as service monitoring.
  • Service restoration subsequent to unanticipated outages or disruptions.
  • Driving root cause analysis and resolution to closure.
  • Identification and driving of database related service quality improvements and engineering deliverables.
  • Provision of technical support on a shift, on-call and rotational basis.
  • Resolution of production support issues.
  • Escalation as necessary to secure assistance and technical guidance from other Technology teams to resolve support issues.
  • Management and progression of Action items.
  • Automation and process improvement of database activities.

FAQs

What is the application deadline for this position?

The application deadline for this position is 28 February 2025.

Where is this job located?

This job can be located in either Ireland or the UK.

What type of work schedule is expected for this role?

The role requires 24x7 support, which may involve weekend working and being on-call.

What are the main responsibilities of the Technical Consultant - Oracle DBA?

Key responsibilities include providing 24x7 support for Fidelity’s Production database estate, responding to high severity incidents, supporting project work, proactive issue detection and resolution, service monitoring, and driving service quality improvements.

What qualifications and experience are required for this position?

Candidates should have excellent Oracle database administration skills, experience in production support, and proficiency in another RDBMS platform, preferably Microsoft SQL Server. They should also have over 10 years of progressive working knowledge of database technologies.

Are there any technical certifications or knowledge required for this role?

Yes, an Oracle Certified Professional designation is required, along with experience and knowledge of Oracle RDBMS versions 11g, 12c, 18c, and 19c.

What personal skills are important for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates should be good team workers, possess strong problem-solving skills, be able to adapt to changing business needs, and have effective written and verbal communication skills.

What technical expertise is preferred for this role?

Preferred expertise includes Oracle technologies (such as Data Guard, ASM, and Exadata), strong scripting skills, and experience with database backup and recovery, as well as performance tuning.

Is experience with cloud technologies beneficial for this role?

Yes, experience with cloud fundamentals such as AWS, Azure, and Oracle is considered desirable.

What benefits are offered to employees in this position?

Employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that values wellbeing, supports development, and offers flexible working arrangements.

Finance
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1969
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fidelity International offers investment solutions and services and retirement expertise to more than 2.5 million customers globally. As a privately held, purpose-driven company with a 50-year heritage, we think generationally and invest for the long term. Operating in more than 25 countries and with $739.9 billion* in total assets, our clients range from central banks, sovereign wealth funds, large corporates, financial institutions, insurers and wealth managers, to private individuals. Our Workplace & Personal Financial Health business provides individuals, advisers and employers with access to world-class investment choices, third-party solutions, administration services and pension guidance. Together with our Investment Solutions & Services business, we invest $567 billion on behalf of our clients. By combining our asset management expertise with our solutions for workplace and personal investing, we work together to build better financial futures.

Culture & Values

  • Integrity

    Do the right thing, every time and putting the client first

  • Trust

    Empower each other to take the initiative and make good decisions

  • Brave

    Challenge the status quo, being accountable and speaking up

  • Bold

    Act with conviction, encouraging diverse thinking and keeping things simple

  • Curious

    Learn to do new things in better ways and encouraging fresh thinking

  • Compassionate

    Have empathy, caring for colleagues, clients & community