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Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

Aggregate function:  Technology
Business Area:  GT Group Data Centres
Posting Country:  India
Date Posted:  20 Nov 2025
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. 

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

About this Role

We are seeking a  Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to join our Database team within VCI Operations. This role is based at our Pune office and focuses on delivering robust database solutions, ensuring high availability, and supporting mission-critical systems. The position involves strategic and operational responsibilities, including migrations, upgrades, and advanced configurations in clustered environments.

Who you are

  • An experienced Oracle DBA with 8–10 years of hands-on expertise.
  • A collaborative professional with a positive attitude and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communicator with proficiency in both written and verbal English.
  • Open-minded and solution-oriented, capable of working in dynamic environments.

What you’ll do

  • Manage Oracle RAC database machines, providing administration and support for Oracle versions 11g, 12c, 18c, 19c and above.
  • Implement and support Oracle migrations and upgrades, including environments using Oracle Data Guard.
  • Perform software installations, upgrades, migrations, and apply patches.
  • Configure and manage backup and recovery using RMAN and Data Pump (expdp/impdp).
  • Handle advanced configurations such as ASM, RAC, RMAN, DG/DR administration.
  • Work with GoldenGate replication and maintain high availability setups.
  • Develop and maintain UNIX shell scripts for automation and performance tuning.
  • Ensure compliance with organisational standards and security protocols.

What skills you need

  • 5–8 years of experience as an Oracle DBA.
  • Strong knowledge of Oracle RAC, ASM, RMAN, Data Guard, and GoldenGate.
  • Expertise in installation, upgrade, patching, backup, and restore activities.
  • Familiarity with UNIX, shell scripting, and kernel parameters.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Knowledge of Oracle Exadata is an added advantage.

What skills you will learn

  • Exposure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and advanced database technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Opportunity to work on strategic datacentre delivery projects.
  • Develop expertise in performance tuning and automation for large-scale environments.

About VOIS

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value and enhancing quality and efficiency across 28 countries, and operating from 7 locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain and the UK.
Over 29,000 highly skilled individuals are dedicated to being Vodafone Group’s partner of choice for talent, technology, and transformation. We deliver the best services across IT, Business Intelligence Services, Customer Operations, Business Operations, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, HR Operations, and many more.
Established in 2006, VOIS has evolved into a global, multi-functional organisation, a Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Solutions focused on adding value and delivering business outcomes for Vodafone.
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About Vodafone

You may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.
As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.
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Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

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