Oracle Database Performance Specialist
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Job description
We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Specialist to support a major central government programme. The role focuses on performance analysis, optimisation, and troubleshooting within complex, multi - supplier delivery environments. You will work closely with development and test teams, providing deep technical expertise in Oracle RDBMS, PL/SQL, and cloud - hosted database operations on AWS., * Performance analysis and tuning activities across Oracle RDBMS environments.
- Use advanced Oracle performance tools to identify bottlenecks, optimise queries, and improve overall system efficiency.
- Work as part of integrated development and test teams, supporting application performance and stability.
- Provide expert - level PL/SQL development, review, and optimisation.
- Operate and support Oracle RDBMS running on Amazon Public Cloud (IaaS).
- Contribute to technical triage, root - cause analysis, and resolution of complex issues.
- Collaborate with multiple suppliers and internal teams within a large, multi - vendor programme structure.
- Produce clear technical documentation and share knowledge across the wider team.
Requirements
This is a hands - on technical role requiring strong diagnostic skills, the ability to work collaboratively across teams, and a track record of improving database performance in large - scale systems., * Expert knowledge of Oracle RDBMS performance analysis tools (eg, AWR, ASH, OEM) and proven experience in performance tuning.
- Deep expertise in PL/SQL development and optimisation.
- Hands - on experience operating Oracle RDBMS on AWS IaaS environments.
- Strong problem - solving, triage, and diagnostic skills within complex technical landscapes.
- Experience working on large, multi - supplier programmes, ideally within government or similarly regulated environments.
- Ability to integrate effectively with development and test teams, supporting end - to - end delivery.
Desirable Experience
- Knowledge of cloud migration or modernisation programmes.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with performance testing or capacity planning.
- Understanding of government security and compliance standards.