Sr Database Administrator

 
Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind - connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most. Together, we are proud to support 30 million Canadians each month through managing a robust portfolio that champions leading-edge technology. We 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 Sr. Manager Database Services, the Sr. Database Administrator shall be responsible for build activities within a large and complex environment. The role oversees solutions and delivery of Oracle, SQL Server, MariaDB and other Open-Source database, 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 – key responsibilities:
-Managing enterprise database support and build services for databases, ensuring efficient project delivery and optimal uptime.
-Provide Incident, Problem management support and implement 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.
-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.
-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, promote efficiency, and identify opportunities for process automation.
 
What you bring – preferred competencies & qualifications:
-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, GoldenGate, ZDLRA and OEM support.
-Experienced with configuration, managing, and handling Security Alerts on Exadata and ZDLRA.
-Experienced in migrating Oracle databases/application from AIX/VMware environments to Exadata.
-Experienced in deploying Exadata quarterly upgrades/patches, including rolling patches.
-Skilled in administration of ASM Disk Groups, rebalance operation using Exadata Storage Server.
-Ability to manage multiple Oracle Exadata Database Machines.
-Ideal candidate will have experience with Red Hat RHEL 6/7, Oracle Linux 6/7, and AIX 7.
-Knowledgeable in implementing and managing OCI IaaS, PaaS and SaaS services.
-Understanding of Exadata features like Flash cache, Storage Index, HCC and IORM.
-Scripting experience in PERL, Python, or Shell.
-Database Administration Certification.
-ITIL Foundation (preferred)
 
 
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: Barlow 2400 32 Ave NE (7789), Calgary, AB 
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Information Technology
Requisition ID: #
 
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Posting Notes:  Technology