The IT infrastructure operations department has got the overall responsibility for all IT services in production, including day-to-day operations, improvement, and lifecycle management. We strive for operational excellence fostering a culture based on competency, collaboration, and people development. We are now looking for a Senior Oracle Database Administrator to be the Oracle subject matter expert in our Database and Middleware team. You will work in a dynamic and self-driven environment, with very experienced colleagues that support each other and oversee the operations of all the company databases. The position will report to the Manager of Application and Middleware in Infrastructure Operations.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Design and implement enterprise-level database infrastructure on Oracle – both on-prem and in Azure.
- Plan and execute database implementation, migration and improvement projects, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
- Take initiative to analyse, review and identify potential improvements and modernization points in existing environments.
- Drive operational excellence with attention to key areas such as monitoring, capacity reporting, backup and recovery.
- Configure and optimize database equipment and protocols.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in shared initiatives in order to move forward in the organization’s technological journey.
- Implement security controls, identity management, and compliance standards to ensure the security and integrity of database resources.
- Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to database engineering and Cloud technologies.
To be successful in this role, we believe you have:
- At least five years of experience related to Database operations and engineering as well as significant understanding of operating models and operational excellence.
- Significant and broad over-all IT Infrastructure competency.
- Significant Azure Cloud experience.
- Bachelor’s or master's degree within relevant fields, or relevant work experience.
- Certifications related to databases and/or cloud technologies are an advantage.
Skills & experience in the following:
- Self-driven, motivated, and adaptable individual to an organization that is under transformation.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with Infrastructure and cloud trends and best practices.
What we offer
- Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organization
- The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists, and graduates from different countries and backgrounds.
- The opportunity to work somewhere with pride, and be able to honestly say “My work is contributing to saving the planet.”
- A work culture that puts emphasis on the individual, offering flexible working solutions, and work-life balance principles
- Statkraft offers competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes, and we’re a trusted employer that puts the safety of our people first. We believe that a safe and healthy working environment is a matter of choice, not chance
Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for Norwegian security clearance and authorization.
Application deadline: 06/12/2024
Location and travel: The position is ideally located at the main office in Lilleaker, Oslo, Norway. Some travelling can be expected.
Contact: For more information about the position, please contact Carlos Moreno.
