Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to design, implement, manage, and optimize our Oracle database environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring database stability, performance, security, and scalability, while actively collaborating with cross-functional technical teams.

This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues, optimizing system performance, and implementing enhancements to improve reliability and efficiency. Additionally, the DBA will work closely with other technical teams to support infrastructure, applications, and business needs, while aligning database services with organizational objectives and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Strategy & Architecture: Design, implement, and maintain scalable, high-availability Oracle database architectures. Evaluate and recommend new database technologies, tools, and methodologies to support evolving business needs. Plan and execute database migrations, consolidations, and cloud-based solutions.
• Database Management & Administration: Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade Oracle databases, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Performance Tuning & Optimization: Monitor database performance, analyze system resource utilization, and implement optimizations to enhance efficiency.
• Security & Compliance: Enforce database security policies, manage user access controls, and ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies.
• Backup & Recovery: Design and implement robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to safeguard critical data.
• Incident Management & Proactive Issue Resolution: Identify and troubleshoot database issues, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient resolution.
• Capacity Planning: Monitor database storage, growth trends, and resource utilization to support scalability and future expansion.
• Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with system administrators, developers, and other technical teams to support applications and infrastructure needs.
• Automation & Process Improvement: Develop scripts and automation tools to streamline database operations and reduce manual tasks
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain up-to-date documentation on database configurations, procedures, and best practices.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as an Oracle DBA managing complex, high-availability database environments.
• Expertise in Oracle 11g, 12c, 19c, and later versions.
• Proficiency in Oracle technologies such as RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and OEM for database administration.
• Strong skills in SQL tuning, query optimization, and database performance troubleshooting.
• In-depth knowledge of SQL, PL/SQL, and Shell scripting for automation and maintenance tasks.
• Experience with cloud-based database services (Oracle Cloud, Azure, AWS RDS).
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and best practices in database management.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Master (OCM) certification.
• Experience with additional database technologies (DB2, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL) is a plus.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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