Oracle / Informix Database Administrator (DBA)
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Oracle and Informix Database Professional to manage, maintain, and support enterprise database environments. The role involves ensuring high availability, performance optimization, data security, and reliable backup and recovery for mission-critical applications.
Key Responsibilities
Database Administration & Support
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Oracle (10g/11g/12c/19c) and IBM Informix databases.
- Perform database provisioning, cloning, and environment refreshes (DEV, TEST, UAT, PROD).
- Monitor database health, capacity, and availability.
- Handle database incidents, service requests, root cause analysis, and problem resolution.
Performance & Tuning
- Analyze and optimize SQL queries, indexes, and database structures.
- Perform performance tuning using tools such as:
- Oracle AWR, ADDM, OEM
- Informix onstat utilities
- Identify and resolve locking, blocking, and bottleneck issues.
Backup, Recovery & DR
- Design and maintain backup and recovery strategies:
- Oracle RMAN
- Informix ontape / onbar
- Perform regular restore tests and disaster recovery drills.
- Support high availability and DR solutions (Data Guard, replication, Informix HDR/RSS).
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Skills
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Oracle Database Administration
- IBM Informix Database Administration
- Good knowledge of:
- SQL, PL/SQL
- Unix/Linux operating systems
- Backup & recovery strategies
- Experience with database upgrades and migrations.
- Understanding of networking basics and storage concepts.
What We Offer
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and cafeteria benefits
- Training programs and certifications
- Inclusive culture and volunteering opportunities
- Employee referral program
- Collaborative, innovative environment
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What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.