Req ID: 388063

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We are currently seeking a Sr Oracle Database Administration to join our team in Pune, Mahārāshtra (IN-MH), India (IN).

Sr Oracle Database Administration

Position Summary

NTT DATA is seeking a highly skilled Oracle Database Administrator to support enterprise database environments across on-premises and cloud platforms.

Acts as a key resource responsible for administration, maintenance, and optimization of Oracle database environments supporting enterprise applications. Ensures high availability, performance, and security while delivering services aligned to ITIL processes, SLAs, and operational standards. This role ensures high availability, performance, security, and compliance of database systems across on-premises and cloud platforms.

The position supports mission-critical environments support both on-premises and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) environments, including RAC, Data Guard, ASM, Exadata and modernization initiatives. This role contributes to proactive monitoring, incident resolution, and continuous improvement in database services.

Primary Responsibilities

A. Database Administration & Lifecycle Management

Manage full database lifecycle including installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and decommissioning
Perform database provisioning, schema management, and storage optimization
Execute database migrations, upgrades, and platform modernization initiatives

B. High Availability & Disaster Recovery

Implement and manage Oracle RAC, Data Guard, and ASM environments
Design and support disaster recovery strategies and failover mechanisms
Ensure business continuity through resilient architecture and validation testing

C. Performance Tuning & Optimization

Monitor database performance and conduct query optimization, indexing, and partitioning strategies
Perform capacity planning and performance trend analysis
Leverage OEM and OCI observability tools for proactive monitoring

D. Backup, Recovery & Data Protection

Define and execute backup strategies using RMAN and enterprise tools
Perform database recovery, restore, and disaster recovery drills
Ensure data integrity and compliance with recovery SLAs

E. Security & Compliance

Implement database security controls including encryption, access control, and auditing
Manage Oracle Security, Oracle Key Vault (OKV), and compliance requirements (SOX, HIPAA, etc.)
Apply patches and security hardening practices aligned with policies

F. Cloud & Platform Modernization

Administer Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) environments
Support cloud migration, hybrid architecture, and database transformation initiatives
Implement OCI services including monitoring, logging, and automation frameworks

G. Incident, Problem & Change Management

Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents and performance issues
Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures
Participate in CAB processes and change management workflows

H. Stakeholder & Project Management

Collaborate with application teams, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders
Lead or support database-related projects and initiatives
Provide status reporting, documentation, and knowledge transfer

Oracle Database Administration (Core DBA)
Oracle Exadata Administration
Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard
Oracle Key Vault (OKV) & Security Administration
PL/SQL, SQL tuning & performance optimization
Backup & Recovery (RMAN)
Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM)
Oracle APEX Development

Secondary / Preferred Skills

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
Automation tools knowledge (Ansible, AWX) would be plus
Replication tools (GoldenGate)

Experience Requirements

Years of Experience: 12+ years
Experience supporting enterprise, high-availability database environments
Experience with cloud migrations and modernization initiatives preferred

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT or equivalent experience
Oracle certifications (DBA / OCI / Security) – Preferred

Soft Skills & Competencies

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Ability to manage critical production environments
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Ability to work in fast-paced, SLA-driven environments
Team collaboration and mentoring capabilities

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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