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Oracle Database GoldenGate Architect

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About the role
As an Oracle Database & GoldenGate Architect, you will make an impact by leading the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise database platforms and replication solutions that support business-critical applications. You will be responsible for architecting highly available, scalable, and secure Oracle database environments while driving data integration, migration, disaster recovery, and modernization initiatives across hybrid infrastructure landscapes. You will be a valued member of the Cloud Infrastructure and Security team working collaboratively with application, infrastructure, and platform teams.

In this role, you will

  • Design and implement enterprise database architectures leveraging Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, and Oracle GoldenGate.
  • Architect and support real-time and near real-time data replication solutions using Oracle GoldenGate across homogeneous and heterogeneous environments.
  • Configure, administer, and optimize GoldenGate components, including Extract, Data Pump, Replicat, trail files, and checkpoint management.
  • Design highly available and disaster recovery solutions utilizing Oracle RAC and Data Guard technologies.
  • Lead database migration, upgrade, refresh, consolidation, and replication projects while minimizing business disruption and downtime.
  • Develop backup, recovery, failover, and disaster recovery strategies to meet recovery time and recovery point objectives.
  • Monitor and optimize database performance using AWR, ASH, ADDM, SQL Tuning Advisor, Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), and other performance analysis tools.
  • Troubleshoot complex Oracle database and GoldenGate issues, including replication lag, trail file management, checkpoint recovery, performance bottlenecks, and data synchronization challenges.
  • Perform capacity planning, database health assessments, and performance forecasting for enterprise workloads.
  • Implement database security best practices, hardening standards, access controls, and audit compliance requirements.
  • Develop automation solutions using Shell and Python scripting to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual processes.
  • Create architecture documentation, operational procedures, deployment standards, and technical runbooks.
  • Collaborate with application, infrastructure, cloud, and business stakeholders to support strategic data initiatives and enterprise transformation programs.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and architectural guidance to database administration and engineering teams.

Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Atlanta, GA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

  • 10+ years of experience administering and architecting enterprise Oracle database environments.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle GoldenGate replication technologies.
  • Deep expertise with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, and high availability/disaster recovery architectures.
  • Strong experience configuring, supporting, and troubleshooting GoldenGate components including Extract, Data Pump, Replicat, trail files, checkpoint management, and replication synchronization issues.
  • Proven experience delivering database migrations, upgrades, refreshes, consolidation, and replication projects with minimal downtime.
  • Advanced performance tuning expertise using AWR, ASH, ADDM, SQL Tuning Advisor, OEM, and SQL optimization techniques.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux/Unix administration and Shell or Python scripting for automation.
  • Strong understanding of database security, access management, auditing, and compliance requirements.
  • Experience developing architecture standards, technical documentation, operational frameworks, and implementation roadmaps.
  • Strong stakeholder management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Experience leading database modernization, transformation, or architecture initiatives.
  • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) - Oracle Database Administrator.

These will help you stand out

  • Experience with cloud database platforms and hybrid cloud architectures.
  • Experience with Oracle Exadata and engineered systems.
  • Experience implementing database automation, orchestration, and Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies.
  • Experience supporting large-scale global database environments across multiple regions.
  • Experience with enterprise monitoring, capacity planning, and performance forecasting.
  • Strong understanding of data integration, replication, and modernization strategies.
  • Experience working within highly regulated environments with strict compliance and audit requirements.
  • Oracle GoldenGate Specialist, Oracle Certified Master (OCM), Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Database, or other industry-recognized database, cloud, and infrastructure certifications.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

About Cognizant: 
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap 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, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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