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Lead Oracle DBA (Database Platform)

German-speaking Switzerland
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Employment type Permanent
Industry Public Healthcare Sector
Area IT
Location German-speaking Switzerland
Remote from abroad? No
Home office? Flexible
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Tasks and responsibilities
  • Operate, maintain, and evolve enterprise Oracle database environments (RAC, ASM, Data Guard)
  • Ensure high availability, resilience, and performance of database systems
  • Monitor systems using enterprise tooling (OEM), including alerting and capacity planning
  • Diagnose incidents and perform root-cause analysis; implement long-term fixes
  • Optimize database performance (AWR analysis, SQL tuning)
  • Support and co-manage additional database platforms (MS SQL Server, MariaDB)
  • Automate operational workflows and improve system reliability
  • Contribute to platform architecture and future technology direction
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on infrastructure and application topics
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Must-have criteria
  • Proven experience as an Oracle DBA in enterprise environments
  • Strong expertise in Oracle technologies (RAC, ASM, RMAN, Data Guard, OEM)
  • Solid background in Linux and Windows server environments
  • Experience with performance tuning and troubleshooting methodologies
  • Hands-on experience with MS SQL Server
  • Ability to work independently with a structured, problem-solving mindset
  • Fluency in German and English
  • Willingness to provide support outside standard business hours when required
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Nice-to-have criteria
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Ansible, Terraform)
  • Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash/Shell)
  • Exposure to agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe)
  • Experience with additional database technologies (e.g., MariaDB or NoSQL)
  • Familiarity with automation and CI/CD pipelines
  • Interest in modernizing database platforms and cloud integration
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Language requirements
  • German: business fluent
  • English: professional proficiency
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