Oracle Database Architect
Opportunity: Permanent position
Location: 4 days onsite per week
Salary: Base £120,000 – £140,000 + attractive bonuses
Job Summary: The Oracle Database Architect will lead the design, optimization, and governance of our enterprise Oracle database infrastructure. This is a strategic role that requires expertise in Oracle Exadata platforms and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment while defining our database infrastructure strategy. The ideal candidate will communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders and ensure accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies with strong security and compliance controls.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and execute enterprise database infrastructure strategy as primary technical authority for Oracle database architecture with a specialized focus on Oracle Exadata platforms
Lead deployment, configuration, and optimization of Oracle platforms, leveraging advanced features while establishing performance tuning methodologies and disaster recovery protocols
Design data models, physical schemas, and partitioning strategies for high-volume workloads while overseeing database upgrades and patch deployment with minimal disruption
Implement robust security and compliance controls within Oracle database environments, ensuring regulatory adherence and establishing access controls, encryption standards, and audit mechanisms
Collaborate with development teams and effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including senior management and business analysts
Manage vendor relationships, procurement processes, and license negotiations while ensuring accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies and optimizing licensing costs
Maintain technical documentation for architectures and configurations while developing database standards, best practices, and operational guidelines
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical discipline
Oracle certifications (Oracle Certified Professional or Oracle Certified Master) are highly preferred
AT least 8 years of infrastructure experience working as an Oracle database architect
Proven track record in high-pressure, mission-critical environments with 24/7 operational requirements
Extensive experience working in extremely high-speed data processing and high-frequency data operations
Extensive experience with Oracle Exadata platforms, including configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting
Hands-on expertise with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, RMAN, and advanced performance tuning techniques
Deep understanding of Oracle database architecture, including advanced features and optimization techniques
Experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for installation, upgrades, administration, and monitoring
Knowledge of database virtualization technologies, particularly Delphix and virtual database deployment
Understanding of database licensing models and cost optimization strategies
Strong security and compliance knowledge specific to Oracle database environments
Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Proven vendor management skills, including accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies, contract negotiation, and relationship management
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