Oracle DBA - Contract - Edinburgh
Rate: £475 /day
IR35: Inside IR35
Duration: 6 months (with possible extension)
Location: Edinburgh, hybrid working
We are looking for a capable and motivated Oracle DBA to join a high-performing team within a leading financial services organisation. This role focuses on supporting and improving critical Oracle environments across both on-premise and cloud infrastructure. You will help maintain the stability, performance, and scalability of the Oracle estate, with responsibilities including patching, performance tuning, cloud deployments, and full lifecycle management.
Key Responsibilities: Support and manage Oracle databases in hybrid environments
Carry out regular patching and proactive maintenance of production systems
Collaborate with software developers and platform engineers on shared projects
Work with technologies such as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Exadata, RMAN, and Linux
Assist in automating database deployments as part of a DevOps approach
Take part in occasional out-of-hours and on-call support on a rotational basis
Essential Experience: Strong background as an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)
Solid understanding of SQL / PL/SQL, RMAN, and Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
Experience with patching processes and backup/recovery practices
Good working knowledge of Linux systems (Oracle Enterprise Linux or Red Hat), including scripting
Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure is highly valued
How to Apply: To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your most recent CV.
Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer. We are proud to work with clients who promote diversity and inclusion within the technology sector.
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