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Database Engineer (Oracle, PostgreSQL)
£41,000 - 81,000
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Cheapside 107, London
£41,000 - 81,000
Requirements
Must:
- Oracle accredited certification or equivalent hands-on enterprise Oracle expertise.
- Strong expertise with Oracle databases (19c/23c) - Install, configure, upgrade.
- Strong SQL/PLSQL, RMAN, Data Guard, ASM, OEM.
- Scripting experience using either shell scripting, YAML or Python to support automation, monitoring, integration, and operational tooling.
- Proven determination and ability to automate database build, deployment, configuration, and operational tasks using Ansible or equivalent automation and configuration-management tools.
- Solid troubleshooting and performance tuning experience.
- Proficient in containerisation and platform technologies, including containers and OpenShift, with a solid understanding of how PostgreSQL workloads.
- Collaborate closely with project teams to support database-related deliverables, including design input, implementation, testing, and successful handover into BAU operations.
- Work in partnership with production colleagues (DBAs, infrastructure, application support, and DevOps teams) to ensure system stability, rapid incident resolution, and continuous service improvement.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, optimize, and maintain secure, reliable, and scalable database systems.
- Support and mentor the operational database team by promoting best practices and driving automation.
- Take ownership of operational requirements and implement changes to standards and processes consistently.
- Actively participate in project meetings, planning sessions, and related activities under the guidance of project managers.
- Develop expertise in containerized database technologies if not already acquired.
Description
We are a renowned financial services organization offering flexible working options. As a Database Engineer, youll be part of a dynamic team focused on innovation and best practices in database management. Join us to enhance our systems and contribute to our commitment to excellence.
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