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Oracle DBA - Edinburgh - 6 Month Contract - Outside IR35
Lorien's Public Sector client are currently recruiting for an Oracle DBA to join on a 6 month initial contract, outside IR35.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the subject matter expert for Oracle database architecture throughout the migration process.
- Ensure Oracle production databases are properly mirrored in AWS while maintaining data integrity and high performance.
- Collaborate with the Cloud Architect to define and implement database replication strategies and configurations in AWS.
- Provide guidance on schema optimisation, indexing strategies, and performance tuning for Oracle databases in the cloud environment.
- Identify and address Oracle-specific issues encountered during the migration and propose actionable solutions.
- Support the design and implementation of database monitoring and optimisation tools in AWS.
- Document best practices, lessons learned, and technical details for Oracle database migration.
The successful candidate will have the following skills/knowledge:
- Experience managing and optimising Oracle databases in production environments.
- Proven expertise in Oracle database architecture, including schema design, indexing, and performance tuning.
- Hands-on experience with database replication and migration to cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
- Strong understanding of AWS services relevant to databases, such as RDS, EC2, and S3.
- Proficiency in Oracle-specific tools and technologies (e.g., RMAN, Data Pump, Oracle RAC).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- AWS Certified Database Specialty or Solutions Architect certification.
- Experience in transitioning from Oracle to alternative cloud-native database solutions.
- Knowledge of cost optimization strategies to minimise Oracle licensing costs in the cloud.
Should this position be of interest please submit your CV and I will be in contact as required.
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
