Lead SQL & Oracle DB Engineer

Job DescriptionEssential Job Functions:Serve as SME (subject matter expert) for Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL and other database technologiesResponsible for database backup and restore functions including scheduled tests of DR availability, including knowledge of MS SQL restoration and availability technologies such as Clustering, Replication and especially Always-OnMS SQL production database level performance tuningParticipates in SQL code-reviews for the application teams to enforce SQL coding standardsBuilds and reports on SQL environment performance and availability metrics and takes appropriate actions to implement best practices and optimize performanceAssist in the technical analysis and design for current and future projectsWrites appropriate SQL scripts to extract data efficiently and in a timely mannerInstall database software on servers as neededMonitor databases for performance and issues using monitoring toolsEnsure all database servers are managed to Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) and Recovery Time Objectives (RTO)Architect and maintain Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and backup/restore strategiesLead performance tuning, patch management, and complex incident resolutionManage Oracle database lifecycle: provisioning, migration, upgradesEnsure high availability and replication readiness across DCsImplement automation for routine tasks using Ansible or PL/SQL scriptingEnsure NCA and NDMO compliance, secure data handling, and auditingMentor L2 Oracle engineers and interface with solution architectsBasic QualificationsBachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experienceTypically, 6+ years of relevant work experience in industry, with a minimum of 2+ years in a similar roleAdvanced skills in Oracle 19c+, RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, OEMExpertise in SQL optimization and schema tuningExperience in hybrid cloud database setupsKnowledge of Ansible or Terraform for automationStrong knowledge of industry-standard database management practices and methodologiesOther QualificationsAn advanced degree in a relevant field is a plusOracle Certified Professional (OCP)Professional certification in database administrationAt 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.Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here.