Senior Database Administrator (Oracle, PostgreSQL, Others)

Overview

CHAMP Cargosystems provides the most comprehensive range of integrated IT solutions and distribution services for the air cargo transport chain. The portfolio spans core management systems, messaging services, and eCargo solutions. These include applications to meet customs and security requirements, quality optimization as well as e-freight and mobility needs. The products and services are well known under the Cargospot and Traxon brands.

The company serves over 200 airlines and GSAs, and links these with some 3,000 forwarders and GHAs worldwide. CHAMP's solutions help its customers and their clients adapt to critical and continuous changes in air transport logistics to meet global trade demands.

CHAMP Cargosystems is headquartered in Luxembourg and operates offices in London, Zurich, Frankfurt, Manila, Singapore and Atlanta.

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Philippines

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain Oracle database systems version 19c .
• Performance Tuning: Monitor and optimize database performance, including query tuning and optimization.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Implement and enforce database security policies, including user account management, data encryption, and auditing.
• Design and implement high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, such as Data Guard, RAC One Node, and ASM.
• Plan and execute database patching and upgrades to maintain currency and supportability.
• Diagnose and resolve database-related issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Monitor database storage and performance metrics to plan for future capacity needs.
• Develop and maintain scripts for database management and automation tasks using shell scripting, PL/SQL, and other relevant tools, like Ansible.
• Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborate closely with application developers, system administrators, and customers to support application development and deployment.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support critical systems and incident response.

Knowledge, Competencies & Skills

• In-depth knowledge of Oracle Database architecture and components.
• Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, programming and PostgreSQL
• Experience with Oracle RAC One Node, Data Guard, ASM, and RMAN.
• Familiarity with database monitoring tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM).
• Strong understanding of operating systems (Linux, UNIX, Windows).
• Knowledge of cloud database services (e.g., Oracle Cloud, AWS RDS) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work autonomously and be flexible with regards to working hours
• Good English verbal and written communication skills, including writing technical documentation
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation, including evenings, and weekends as needed.
• Oracle Administration Certification
• ITIL Certification

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other relevant courses

At least 7 years experience in Oracle DBA, with at least 3 years as Senior Oracle DBA

Security: the successful candidate will have to comply with CHAMP Security Requirements (including but not limited to CHAMP's IT Security Policies, especially the ISMS Policy and the Acceptable Use Policy, mandatory courses, confidentiality and data protection, use of company assets, and incident reporting).

CHAMP Cargosystems is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, ethnic background, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Please note that any personal data that you submit along with your application will be processed by CHAMP and may be processed by any of its global entities as necessary. These data will be treated in strict compliance with the applicable data protection legislation (i.e. the Law of 2 August 2002 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data, as amended, and Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016, - the GDPR -, which entered into force on 25 May 2018, as well as any other subsequent regulation).

Further details on what is considered personal data, how it is processed by CHAMP as well as your rights in this regard can be found here. Any questions relating to this should be addressed to CHAMP's Data Protection Officer:

Gertrud Huberty

2, rue Edmond Reuter

Zone d'Activits Weiergewan

L-5326 Contern

Luxembourg

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