Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

Company Overview

EquiLend is a global leader in the financial technology (FinTech) space, specializing in providing cutting-edge solutions to the securities finance industry. Operating in over 30 markets and trusted by more than 130 firms globally, we are dedicated to simplifying and optimizing the securities finance ecosystem. Our comprehensive suite of SaaS products and services are designed to support the diverse needs of financial organizations by enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing actionable market insights.

Team Overview

Are you an experienced Senior Oracle Database Administrator with a passion for managing complex database environments? Join our dynamic and growing team in Chandigarh, where we support EquiLend’s global Securities Finance clients. As a Senior Oracle DBA, you will play a critical role in ensuring the performance, security, and scalability of both the EquiLend and Spire platforms. If you have the expertise to take ownership of Oracle Database Administration at a strategic level and collaborate with IT teams globally, this opportunity is for you! Sound interesting? Apply now!

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and maintenance of databases across various environments such as development, testing, production, and training.
• Oversee the installation and upgrades of databases, ensuring PSU and CPU patching is completed on schedule.
• Manage and resolve complex Oracle environments with multiple instances and servers, while providing 24x7 support as needed.
• Ensure database availability by using RMAN for backup and recovery operations, and performing database reorganizations to optimize performance.
• Monitor and troubleshoot database alerts, ensuring issues are addressed promptly and effectively.
• Collaborate with Oracle Corporation for high-level technical support, and liaise with internal and external IT teams to resolve issues.
• Provide strategic guidance and lead database-related projects, including migrations, disaster recovery, and upgrades.
• Actively participate in performance tuning and optimization of Oracle PL/SQL, leveraging expertise in Oracle Restart, SEHA, and Data Guard.
• Support operating systems such as Linux, Windows, and AIX, with scripting experience in RHEL.
  
  
  

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Oracle Database Administration, managing Oracle versions 12c and 19c, including pluggable and multitenant databases.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Oracle Standard and Enterprise Editions, Oracle PL/SQL, and RMAN backup/recovery.
• Strong expertise in Oracle Restart, SEHA, and Data Guard for database high availability.
• Proficient in database performance tuning and optimization techniques.
• Expertise in Linux OS scripting, with proficiency in RHEL for database maintenance and automation.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to work collaboratively across global teams.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale, mission-critical Oracle databases in a 24x7 environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including off-hours and weekends, to provide support as part of an on-call rota.
  
  
  

Role Location Benefits

• Hybrid Working: You can work remotely for up to 50 days each year.
• Discretionary Annual Cash Bonus: A discretionary cash bonus is available to reward your performance and contributions to the company’s success.
• Generous Vacation Days Per Year: Take advantage of 30 vacation days annually, plus public bank holidays.
• Family Health Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive health insurance coverage for you and your dependents available from your first day.
• Personal Accidental Injury Insurance: Feel secure with personal accidental injury insurance provided from the start of your employment.
• Annual Team Building Retreat: Participate in an annual team-building retreat at a new and exciting location each year with a hackathon and the chance to bring ideas to reality!
• Relocation Assistance: If you’re relocating from more than 40 miles away, we provide hotel accommodation and travel ticket reimbursement to help ensure a smooth transition.
  
  
  

Diversity & Inclusion

At EquiLend, we are committed to upholding an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are proud of a culture where discrimination based on age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic is unequivocally not tolerated. We recognize that diverse perspectives and experiences are foundational to our success and innovation. If you require any accommodations during the interview process, please inform us so we can ensure your experience is fair and comfortable.