Oracle Database Administrator

Our client a very well established financial services provider based in Limassol are seeking to recruit a passionate and self-motivated Oracle DBA to join their IT department.

Job Description

  • Managing databases on premises, as well as in cloud (i.e. daily support, performance improvements, backups and replication)
  • Handling migration of large data sets between databases
  • Providing technical direction and guidance toward DB configuration
  • Effectively collaborating with all the departments to achieve operational and project goals
  • Working with the information security team to maintain security, access rights and compliance of the databases
  • Recommending and implementing emerging database technologies

Required Skills & Experience

  • BSc/MSc in Information Technology or any other relevant field
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar position, preferably in the financial services industry
  • Strong knowledge of Linux and Windows systems
  • Proficient understanding of high availability technologies in databases
  • Proficient in writing and optimizing SQL statements
  • Proficient in writing Shell scripts
  • Knowledge of cloud SQL Database environments (Azure, AWS RDS or Oracle Cloud)
  • Proficient understanding of DB tuning
  • High-level experience in at least one of the following technologies: MSSQL, MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL and Redshift
  • Strong troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to identify areas that need proactive updates, improved security and planned maintenance

Remuneration & Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary
  • Performance related bonus
  • Private health insurance
  • Corporate pension fund