Oracle Database Admin
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Position Overview & Specifications
Introduction
Our client is a multinational information technology services and consulting company! They are looking for an Oracle focussed Database Administrator to monitor database activity to ensure databases are available, secure, recoverable, error free, and performant
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years’ experience in Oracle database design or maintenance roles along with experience working with software installation.
Our client is looking for SC cleared candidates OR candidates willing to undergo an SC clearance.
Due to the nature of the role, you must hold a full British passport and have lived in the UK for the last 5 years continuously to apply.
Key responsibilities
- Monitor database activity to ensure databases are available, secure, recoverable, error free, and performant
- ensure that databases are available during operating hours
- Perform regular database backups to ensure data can be recovered or recreated in the case of corruption
- Identify and resolve issues that impact functionality, data integrity or data access
- Identify, escalate, and resolve and blocks that negatively impact database performance
- Develop tools to aid with event and capacity monitoring
- Plan and implement new database installations to best practice and client requirements
- Plan and implement major release databases upgrades and periodic patching schedules
- Utilise standard corporate tools to manage incidents, problems, and changes
Skills & experience
- 3+ years’ experience in Oracle database design or maintenance roles
- Experience working with software installation
- Knowledge of software upgrading and patching procedures
- Experience with various operating systems such as Windows, Linux and UNIX
- Experience working with performance modelling
- Benchmarking skills with regards to relational databases
Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
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You will be required to hold a minimum of SC Clearance. If you do not hold an active SC clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Information Technology Support Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Oracle Database Admin roles across Datasource's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Information Technology Support Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £50,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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