Sr Database Administrator

Job Openings Sr Database Administrator (Hybrid) - Alberta, Calgary About the job Sr Database Administrator (Hybrid) - Alberta, Calgary Our client, the top national telecommunication company is looking for Sr. Database Administrator, Calgary location. They drive large-scale, complex, and high-visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast. If you are interested in being a part of this, consider applying for the following opportunity: Reporting to the Manager Database Services, the Sr. Database Administrator shall be responsible for building & support activities within a large and complex environment. The role oversees solutions and delivery of Oracle, SQL Server, MariaDB and other Open-Source databases, Golden Gate, and emerging database technologies. Successful candidate requires strong technical skills coupled with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing diverse activities. What you will be doing: Managing enterprise database support and building services for databases, ensuring efficient project delivery, and optimal uptime. Provide leadership and technical expertise in resolving Incident, Problem management and implementing infrastructure/database changes. Working closely with technical team leads, IT specialists, management, and application support groups to ensure quality of service and timely delivery of projects. Monitoring database performance and identifying ways to optimize it. Troubleshoot complex database issues in installation, migration and/or upgrade for timely resolution. Staying abreast with new database technologies and analyzing such technologies to bring into scope of existing infrastructure. 24/7 support to mission-critical applications and databases and after-hours on-call support may be required. Managing the design, build and delivery process for databases and Golden gate replication. Improve the database standards, consolidation, disaster recovery strategies and delivery operations. Solving complex problems, promoting efficiency, and identifying opportunities for process automation. What you bring: Degree in Computer Science or related field. 10+ years hands-on experience in managing databases with deep understanding of infrastructure and database architecture. Expert level technical knowledge of database technology stack; mainly Oracle, Exadata, SQL Server, MariaDB & leading NoSQL databases. Proficient in database management, architecture, design, maintenance, and overseeing Oracle Exadata Machine, PCA, and ZDLRA. Expert-level knowledge of Oracle Active Data Guard, Golden Gate, ZDLRA, and OEM support. Sound knowledge of configuration, managing, and handling Security Alerts on Exadata and ZDLRA. Experienced in migrating Oracle databases from Linux VM environments to Exadata. Good understanding of Exadata quarterly upgrades/patches, including rolling patches. Skilled in the administration of ASM Disk Groups, and rebalance operation using Exadata Storage. Preferred to have the ability to manage multiple Oracle Exadata Database Machines. The ideal candidate will have experience with Red Hat RHEL 6/7/8 or Oracle Linux. Knowledgeable in implementing and managing OCI IaaS, PaaS and SaaS services. Good to understand Exadata features like Flash cache, Storage Index, HCC and IORM. Scripting experience in PERL, Python, or Shell. Database Administration Certification (must have). ITIL Foundation (preferred). What's in it for you? We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you will have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including: Competitive salary & annual bonus Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching #J-18808-Ljbffr