Job Description:

DXC Technology (NYSE:DXC) - where brilliant people embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers and amplify customer success. We live in more than 70 countries, speak multiple languages and work with over 6,000 customers on almost every continent. We use the power of technology to deliver mission critical IT services that move the world. DXC.com
 

As part of DXC Technology, the Oracle Practice offers speed and agility with thought leadership on a global scale. This allows us to design and deliver innovative market-leading solutions that enable clients to transform their businesses and the broader market. Oracle has globally recognised DXC’s expertise and skills by accrediting us as an Oracle Platinum Partner, Oracle Cloud Select Partner and Cloud Managed Service Provider.
 

The Oracle Database Consultant will provide technical consulting and managed services to a wide range of customers locally in Australia and New Zealand as a key member of our Database practice.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified applicants across Australia.

Australian Citizen

Baseline Clearance or higher – preferred but not required
 

Job Description

Design and build databases, schemas, stored procedures, and other database objects.

Set up routine database backup procedures and disaster recovery environments and procedures.

Perform database recoveries.

Assist developers and end-users with database usage, query development, and tuning.

Develop operating system scripts to automate backups, data transfers, monitoring, etc.

Support database connectivity from client applications.

Design and implement database security.

Provide direction to less senior DBA’s. Assists associate and intermediate DBAs with complex database tasks.

Position will involve the database portion of various projects ranging from the installation of new packaged applications to the development of custom databases for in-house developed applications. Project teams will be composed of multi-disciplinary teams including business analysts, systems analysts, programmers, and client users.

Competent to work at the highest level of all phases of database administration.

Have a good working experience in Oracle Core DBA Architecture, Backups/Recovery and Performance tuning exercise.

Experience in Coordinating and working with Clients to understand the business requirement and design the architecture, accordingly, resolve issues if any.

Must be a strong team player and able to work closely with the other technical specialists and team members;

Ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment;

Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication
 

Technical Skills and Experience Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of 8 years of experience as a database administrator, with implementations, upgrades, migrations, conversions and consolidation projects with Oracle databases

Strong experience with Oracle Database ranging from 10g through to 19c across UNIX/Linux and Windows platforms

Strong command administering database security, data recovery, performance monitoring and tuning

Design & build specific database environments to meet business requirements

Proficient in writing and optimizing SQL statements

Must have experience with Oracle Recovery Manager

Must have experience with Oracle Grid Infrastructure, Real Application Clusters and Automatic Storage Management

Strong analytical skills and the ability to make quick and accurate decisions

Consulting experience in providing support and implementation services with the ability to build lasting positive customer relationships, takes ownership in maintaining quality of service and recommending areas of improvement
 

Highly Desirable Skills

Experience managing databases on engineered systems, such as Exadata and Oracle Database Appliance (ODA)

Experience with administering or migrating databases on/to OCI, AWS, Azure, Exadata Cloud at Customer or on PaaS environments

Experience with SSO and E-Business Suite 11i / R12

Develop Technical Architecture Solutions to meet client requirements

Be the authoritative source and lead customers through technical engagements

Pre-sales consultancy for a wide range of Exadata and Oracle Database customers

Mentoring DBA team members and providing guidance and knowledge transfer in alignment with industry best practices
 

Our culture and benefits
DXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. #WeAreDXC 

As an employer of choice, our “people first” philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training, and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees, and the communities in which we live and work.

How to apply & our commitment to you in return
If you would like to be part of a culture that drives innovation, delivers results, rewards performance and encourages ideas, then please press the \"Apply Now\" button to submit your resume. 

In return, we agree to ensure a hiring process that is enjoyable, thorough, and fair. We strive to provide an environment that lets you thrive and show off the very best version of yourself, while learning about us at the same time. 
 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. We stand by the ‘bring your whole-self to work’ philosophy. It is our inclusive culture that powers our results, and our company grows only if our people grow. 

Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. 

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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