Senior Oracle Database Architect (m/w/d)

About the Company

As a key central role, shape the database landscape of a globally active technology company - in this responsible position, you combine strategic architectural work with operational excellence and sustainably drive the further development of a global Oracle platform.

Responsibilities

Architecture & Strategy:

• Continuous further development of the technical database architecture, including a clear roadmap in a hybrid environment (on-premise, cloud-based).

Lifecycle Management:

• Planning, control, and optimization of the entire database lifecycle - from design and implementation to operation, migration, and decommissioning.

Responsibility for Operations:

• Overall responsibility for stable, secure, and performant database operations - with the right balance between control and hands-on activity.

Budget & Resource Planning:

• Technical and economic planning of investments, operating costs, and further development measures for database solutions.

Global 3rd Level Support:

• Support for international locations with complex database topics and critical incidents.

International Collaboration:

• Close cooperation with globally distributed teams in India, China, and other regions - confident, respectful, and solution-oriented in an intercultural environment.

Profile

• Completed degree or comparable professional experience.
• Very good experience as an Oracle DBA / Database Architect with sound knowledge of Oracle Database 19c and higher.
• Practical experience in the operation and architecture of Oracle Database Appliance (ODA) environments.
• Very good understanding of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and a clear motivation to consistently focus on cloud technologies from a database perspective.
• Experience with Oracle GoldenGate for replication between clusters and locations.
• Knowledge of RAC One Node and basic understanding of classic RAC environments.
• Additional experience with other database systems such as MongoDB or PostgreSQL is an advantage.
• Structured, solution-oriented approach and a high degree of responsibility.
• German language skills at least B1 level and fluent English, both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Scope for Design with Impact: You will have real influence on a business-critical, global IT platform.
• Long-Term Perspective: A stable, internationally established company with a sustainable focus and long-term investments in technology and employees.
• Internationality & Diversity: Collaboration with experts worldwide in an open, respectful, and professional work environment.
• Attractive Overall Package: Competitive compensation, additional pension plan, flexible working time models, and modern work arrangements (hybrid working).
• High-Level Professional Development: Access to targeted further training programs, certifications, and technical communities within the company.
• Quality of Life & Location Advantages: Work in one of Germany's economically strongest regions with a high quality of life, excellent infrastructure, and a natural environment.