Senior Oracle DBA

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Oracle Database Administrator to lead complex database architecture, engineering, and optimization initiatives for mission-critical systems.

You will work closely with development, infrastructure, and governance teams to ensure reliability, scalability, and compliance of enterprise-grade Oracle environments. Join us to drive continuous improvement and mentor fellow DBAs—apply today to elevate your career.

Kindly note that this role supports remote work, but only from within Ukraine. Responsibilities

• Architect, configure, and manage enterprise-grade Oracle database environments
• Lead major upgrades, patching cycles, platform migrations, and consolidation projects
• Design and manage high-availability and disaster recovery solutions using Oracle Data Guard
• Perform advanced performance tuning including SQL optimization, instance tuning, and memory management
• Implement and optimize robust backup and recovery strategies using RMAN
• Conduct capacity planning, growth analysis, and recommend scalability improvements
• Enforce security standards, credential rotations, access governance, and audit compliance
• Support development teams with code reviews, query optimization, and schema design
• Validate deployment plans, participate in change advisory boards, and ensure successful release execution
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and best practices
• Drive automation efforts using Shell, Python, and Ansible
• Mentor Level 2 DBAs and serve as an escalation point for complex issues

Requirements

• 6–12 years of Oracle DBA experience
• Deep knowledge of RAC, ASM, multitenant architecture, partitioning, and advanced Oracle internals
• Strong experience with Data Guard configuration, switchover and failover, and disaster recovery design
• Expertise in SQL and PL/SQL performance tuning with AWR, ASH, and trace analysis
• Strong skills in RMAN backup strategies, restore troubleshooting, and recovery scenarios
• Solid Linux administration skills with Shell and Python scripting proficiency
• Working knowledge of an additional RDBMS such as MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
• Proven leadership in high-impact production issue resolution with global teams
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Clear communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Upper-Intermediate English language proficiency (B2)

Nice to have

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform
• Knowledge of Oracle GoldenGate, Oracle Data Integrator, or other data integration tools
• Experience with infrastructure automation using Ansible, Terraform, and CI/CD
• Understanding of security frameworks, compliance audits, and governance processes
• Oracle professional-level certification such as OCP or OCE

We offer

• With us you can:

• Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine

• Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks

• Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM

• Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)

• Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations

• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)

• We focus on your professional growth:

• You can plan your individual career path together with your manager

• Receive regular feedback from colleagues

• Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)

• Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds

• Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)

• Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources

• Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects

• Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more

• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)

• What we offer:

• Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)

• A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)

• Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates

• Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)

• Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training

• E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children

Kindly be advised that the set of benefits, including learning, certification, and other opportunities, may vary depending on the role you apply for. Our recruiter will be able to share more details about the specific opportunity during your general interview.

EPAM strives to provide its global team of over 62,350 professionals in more than 55 countries with opportunities for professional growth from day one of collaboration. Our colleagues are the source of EPAM's success, so we value cooperation, strive to always understand our clients' business and aim for the highest quality standards. No matter where you are, you will join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you realize your potential to the fullest.