We are seeking a self-sufficient Lead Database Administrator to operate independently, partner effectively with external vendors and application teams, and take ownership of database stability, performance, availability, and security across enterprise environments. The primary database platform is Oracle 19c, with responsibility for supporting and administering PostgreSQL and MongoDB environments. The successful candidate will participate in an established 24x7 on-call support model and serve as a senior escalation point for production incidents.
Responsibilities
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Administer and support Oracle 19c, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB database environments
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Ensure database stability, performance, availability, and security across enterprise systems
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Partner with external vendors, managed service providers, and offshore support teams
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Participate in a rotating 24x7 on-call support model
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Provide after-hours support for critical incidents, maintenance activities, and production releases
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Serve as a senior escalation point for database-related outages and performance issues
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Ensure adherence to established SLA and operational support commitments
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Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting for production issues
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Collaborate with app
Requirements
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5+ years of enterprise Database Administration experience
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Expertise in Oracle Database Administration, with extensive hands-on experience with Oracle Database 19c
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Strong experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, and Data Guard
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Strong experience with RMAN, Performance Tuning, and SQL and PL/SQL
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Hands-on administration experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB
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Strong Linux/Unix administration experience
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Experience supporting large-scale mission-critical production systems
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Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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Experience partnering with external vendors, managed service providers, and offshore support teams
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Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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English proficiency at B2 level or higher
We offer
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International projects with top brands
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Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
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Healthcare benefits
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Employee financial programs
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Paid time off and sick leave
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Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
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Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
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Global career opportunities
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Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
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EPAM Employee Groups
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Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
