Lead Administrator, Database Administration

Cencora • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Under the general direction of the designated Manager, the Lead Administrator, Database Administration is responsible for operations, installation, and performance of the SAP and non-SAP Oracle database landscapes. The role serves as the organization’s primary point of contact for the Oracle database environment and defines and enforces Oracle database administration standards. It proactively identifies opportunities to use technology to solve technical and business problems.

The position works with infrastructure teams and internal and external customers to resolve issues and understand requirements, support projects, and shape a forward-thinking architectural vision for company infrastructure. Travel is estimated at 15%.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.
• A minimum of seven years of directly related and progressively responsible experience leading architecture design and implementation.
• Experience with Oracle RAC installation and support.
• Experience implementing, operating, and managing the performance of enterprise systems on Oracle databases.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Oracle GoldenGate, Oracle Advanced Compression, Oracle Identity Management, and Oracle Enterprise Manager tools.
• Experience working with third-party bolt-on applications, including Vendavo, StreamServe, and EDI.
• Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Oracle database issues.
• Work closely with infrastructure teams, including server and network teams, to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Manage performance of Oracle databases, including capacity planning and tuning.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure software consistency across the Oracle landscape.
• Participate in the IT Change Management process and validate and approve Oracle database-related changes.
• Keep abreast of developments and forecast future trends in database technology.
• Work with internal and external customers to understand requirements and develop an architectural vision for company infrastructure.
• Provide input on and support new projects affecting the Oracle database landscape.
• Engage directly with Oracle for product support and questions as needed.
• Define solutions by identifying requirements and writing functional specifications, consulting with technical subject matter experts.
• Advise on options, risks, costs versus benefits, and impacts on other business processes and system priorities; contribute to cost-versus-benefit measures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Benefits supporting physical, emotional, financial, and social wellness.
• Support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave.
• Training programs, professional development resources, and mentorship opportunities.
• Employee resource groups and volunteer activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior