About Our Client
Financial services
Job Description
* Create, configure, and maintain databases for development, testing, education, and production on various Unix/Linux platforms.
* Perform capacity planning and ensure optimal database performance through ongoing tuning.
* Install, configure, and evaluate new versions of Oracle RDBMS, tools, and related database access solutions.
* Plan and execute backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data integrity.
* Manage and control migrations of programs, database changes, reference data, and menu updates across the development lifecycle.
* Implement and enforce security best practices across all Oracle databases.
* Conduct database reorganizations to enhance performance and ensure high availability.
* Establish and maintain standards for secure, high-performance application design and code.
* Support and lead migration projects from on-premises solutions to Oracle Cloud or other cloud platforms.
* Provide technical expertise and support to application development teams.
* Perform impact analysis for changes to database structures and troubleshoot complex database/application issues.
* Maintain accurate and audit-ready support documentation.
* Define infrastructure components in Terraform for Oracle OCI, AWS, Azure, and private cloud environments.
* Drive continuous improvement through automation, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices.
* Oversee setup, monitoring, and maintenance of systems delivering the client's services.
The Successful Applicant
Mandatory Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum 5 years of proven Oracle DBA experience.
* Hands-on expertise in Oracle Cloud (OCI) environments.
* Strong background in deploying and managing Oracle databases in Unix systems.
* Proficient in shell scripting.
* Practical experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Ansible, Terraform, Git).
* Solid experience in CI/CD pipelines and workflows.
* Proven track record in migrating from on-premises solutions to cloud platforms.
* Fluent in English, Ialian is a strong plus
* Being eligible for a Swiss working permit (eg. Swiss/EU Citizenship or valid working permit)
Nice to Have
* MSSQL or PostgreSQL DBA experience.
* Exadata and RAC expertise.
* Oracle APEX experience.
* Advanced coding capabilities.
* DevOps background.
* Proficiency with Ansible.
What's on Offer
* Work on Cutting-Edge Database & Cloud Projects - Join an environment where you'll be managing complex Oracle databases across multi-platform environments, driving high-impact migrations to Oracle Cloud and other major cloud providers.
* High-Level Technical Autonomy & Growth - Take ownership of critical infrastructure, work with modern DevOps tools (Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD), and expand your skill set across multiple database technologies while contributing to strategic transformation initiatives.