Job Description
Database Administrator
Location: Central London
DXC Technology (DXC: NYSE) is the world’s leading independent, end-to-end IT services company, helping clients harness the power of innovation to thrive on change. Created by the merger of CSC and the Enterprise Services business of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, DXC Technology serves nearly 6,000 private and public sector clients across 70 countries. The company’s technology independence, global talent, and extensive partner network combine to deliver powerful next-generation IT services and solutions. DXC Technology is recognized among the best corporate citizens globally. For more information, visit www.dxc.com
The Role
One of our platinum accounts has openings for an Oracle Database Administrator. The successful candidate will work within one of our database support teams and will be focused and motivated with good interpersonal skills.
Your role will include optimising and tuning database performance and assisting in database migration.
Role Responsibilities
- Installing and configuring database binaries
- Writing and maintaining scripts to automate DBA tasks
- Investigating and implementing automation of processes
- Perform routine, periodic, and proactive operation and monitoring
- Troubleshoot database related issues
- Perform patching and upgrades to ensure data security
What You Will Bring To The Team
- Willingness to both share your knowledge and learn from others
- A proactive approach towards looking for risks and problems
- An ability to work both independently and in a team
- A willingness to investigate challenges and solve them
- Good organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Desirable Skills And Technologies
- Administration experience in a database technology such as Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc
- Experience of OS such as RHEL and Windows Server
- Experience in cloud technologies such as AWS
- Knowledge of database monitoring tools, such as OEM and Nagios
- Experience in scripting, such as Python
- Knowledge of database server clustering, failover, and disaster recovery
- Experience in database replication software, such as Data Guard, Replication Manager for PostgreSQL, and MongoDB ReplicaSets
- Experience in backup/recovery procedures and scripting
What We Offer
DXC provide a comprehensive Flex benefits scheme including Pension, Life Insurance, Health insurance, travel insurance, store vouchers/discounts, 25 days holiday and options to increase holiday and select benefits appropriate to you.
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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