Principal Oracle DBA in an SAP Environment

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team and manage the Oracle databases within our SAP environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Oracle database management, with specific experience supporting SAP applications. This role involves ensuring the performance, availability, and security of Oracle databases, as well as planning and executing database-related tasks in support of SAP deployments and operations. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned: Database Management: Install, configure, and maintain Oracle databases running on Linux, RHEL7/8 in an SAP environment. Monitor database performance and tune the databases for optimal performance. Implement and maintain database backup and recovery procedures. Manage database security, including user access control and data encryption. Support SAP Applications: Collaborate with SAP Basis administrators to ensure the seamless integration and performance of SAP applications on Oracle databases. Troubleshoot and resolve database issues related to SAP applications. Apply Oracle and SAP patches, updates, and upgrades as needed. Extensive experience in creating UNIX/Linux scripts and working at command level. Performance Tuning and Optimization: Analyze and optimize database performance using Oracle tools and scripts. Perform regular database health checks and proactively address potential issues. Optimize SQL queries and database schema design to enhance performance. Extensive experience in table partitioning and index rebuilding. Data Integrity and Security: Ensure data integrity and consistency across the SAP environment. Implement and maintain database security policies and procedures. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments. Disaster Recovery and High Availability: Develop and implement disaster recovery plans for Oracle databases. Set up and maintain high availability solutions, such as Oracle Data Guard or Real Application Clusters (RAC). Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and changes. Generate regular reports on database performance, usage, and incidents. Collaboration and Support: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including SAP Basis, network administrators, and application developers. Provide support for database-related issues and participate in on-call rotations as needed. Train and mentor junior DBAs and other team members. Additional Experience: Hand-on experience or working knowledge of Intersystems Cache/IRIS databases in conjunction with aIDX application. Required Knowledge and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field + 8 years’ experience in the related field or master's degree with 5-year experience. Proven experience as an Oracle DBA, with specific experience in supporting SAP environments. Strong knowledge of Oracle database architecture, administration, and performance tuning. Familiarity with SAP Basis administration and SAP architecture. Experience with Oracle backup and recovery tools and strategies. Knowledge of Oracle security practices and tools. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Oracle DBA certification (e.g., OCP) and SAP-related certifications are a plus. Physical Job Requirements The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.  Benefits & Compensation Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. About Medtronic We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here Welcome to our new Careers Site! If you applied before July 22nd, please check your email for a notification from us providing you with instructions and a link to set up your new account and retain access to your current activity. If you do not see an email from us, please feel free to proceed with creating a new account. We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 90,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. We change lives. Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That’s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives. We build extraordinary solutions as one team. With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough. This life-changing career is yours to engineer. By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will… Build a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world Grow a career reflective of your passion and abilities Connect to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning These commitments set our team apart from the rest: Experiences that put people first. Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need. Life-transforming technologies. No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms. Better outcomes for our world. Here, it’s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls. Insight-driven care. Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 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