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Database Expert; Oracle, SQL Server, Exadata Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at DXC Technology
Position: Database Expert (Oracle, SQL Server, Exadata)
Database Expertise
Possesses in‑depth knowledge of multiple database technologies, including Oracle technologies.
- Performance tuning (SQL optimization, indexing strategies)
- Security best practices (Oracle Data Redaction, user privilege management, database auditing)
- High availability and disaster recovery (Data Guard configuration, failover testing)
- Backup and recovery (RMAN backups, point‑in‑time recovery)
- User and access control management (RBAC)
- Advanced features (partitioning, materialized views)
Exadata Operations
Strong understanding of Exadata architecture, including storage and performance optimization.
- Storage management (Storage Cell configuration, Intelligent Storage Pool)
- Performance optimization (In‑Memory technology, Infini Band networking)
- Integration with Oracle database features for optimal performance
Microsoft SQL Server
Expert‑level understanding of SQL Server administration.
- Performance optimization (query tuning, indexing strategies)
- Security best practices (Always Encrypted, data masking, role‑based security)
- High availability and disaster recovery (Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clustering)
- Backup and recovery (transaction log backups, point‑in‑time recovery)
- User and access control management
- Advanced features (partitioning, replication)
MySQL Databases
Expert‑level understanding of MySQL administration.
- Performance optimization (query optimization, buffer pool management)
- Security best practices (user privileges, encryption in transit and at rest)
- Replication configurations (master‑slave, multi‑master replication)
- Backup and recovery (mysqldump, binary backups)
- Advanced features (partitioning, stored procedures)
Additional Capabilities
- Stays up to date with industry trends, emerging database technologies, and security best practices
- Designs and implements solutions to optimize performance, scalability, security, and resource utilization, including:
- Capacity planning and resource allocation
- Performance tuning and bottleneck resolution
- High availability and disaster recovery implementation
- Database security design and enforcement
Database Design & Security
- Leads the design and implementation of secure database configurations across Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, and Sybase environments
- Defines and enforces security policies (access control, encryption, auditing)
- Implements advanced database security features
Operational Excellence
- Develops complex scripts to automate database administration tasks and improve efficiency
- Monitors database health, performance, and availability using advanced tools
- Troubleshoots complex issues (performance degradation, data corruption) and identifies root causes
Governance (Risk, Policy & Processes)
- Adheres to established database administration policies, security standards, and operational procedures
- Identifies and assesses database‑related risks and recommends mitigation strategies
- Contributes to the development of governance frameworks in collaboration with the Database Manager
Change Management
- Participates in planning and executing database changes in line with change management procedures (change windows, rollback plans)
- Provides technical support to ensure clear communication of changes and impacts to stakeholders
- Supports development and testing of database change scripts
- Assists in implementing rollback procedures when required
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in Oracle DBA roles
- Strong experience in OCI, Exadata, RAC, Data Guard, and Golden Gate
- Experience in database migration and performance tuning
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Title: Database Expert; Oracle, SQL Server, Exadata
Company: DXC Technology
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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