Operational Oracle DBA

Clinisys Group; Woking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global diagnostics provider in Woking is seeking an Oracle Database Administrator with over 5 years of experience in design and administration within a software solutions environment. The candidate will be responsible for implementing the Clinisys WinPath solutions, managing customer IT deployments, and providing technical support. Strong communication skills and technical proficiency in Oracle, PL/SQL, and cloud solutions are essential. This role requires engagement with AI technologies to improve processes. Competitive salary and onboarding required on the first day.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Oracle database administration and design.
• Experience in high availability solutions (Oracle RAC, CRS).
• Skilled in RMAN backups/recovery.

Responsibilities

• Deploy the Clinisys WinPath Enterprise solution.
• Oversee customer-based IT implementations.
• Work closely with the Service Desk for Oracle issues.

Skills

Excellent communication skills; adaptability

Strong problem-solving skills

Technical proficiency in Oracle Database Server

Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills

Quick learner

Education

Degree educated or equivalent

Oracle Certified Professional

Tools

Oracle RAC

PL/SQL

MS Office Suite

SQL Developer

Job description

Clinisys is a global provider of intelligent diagnostic informatics solutions and expertise designed to redefine the modern laboratory, across healthcare, life sciences, and public health. Millions of diagnostic results and data insights are generated every day using Clinisys’ platform and cloud-based solutions in over 4,000 laboratories across 39 countries. Headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, and Woking, England, Clinisys’ mission is to enhance the effectiveness of diagnostic workflows in any laboratory or testing environment and keep citizens and communities healthier and safer.

Clinisys has built an unrivalled reputation for deploying complex diagnostic networks and academic centres – and is the only provider to repetitively deliver to all disciplines end-to-end – at scale. Fostering healthier communities.

Role Description

• Deployment of the Clinisys WinPath Enterprise solution, comprising of various Oracle databases including WinPath, PathManager and CyberLab applications
• To work within the Delivery environment organising and overseeing all customer-based IT implementations, developing quality processes and documentation for installation to satisfy the customer and business requirements.
• Working closely with the Service Desk and development teams to solve customer Oracle issues as required and to lead in customer database upgrades and sizing.
• To partake in the out of hours on-call rota
• To keep abreast of Oracle products and functionality.
• To work with and support Technical Sales, Sales and Bids when required to ensure accurate and timely quotations and technical specifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills; able to adapt to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Highly motivated, capable of working independently or in a team.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, planning, and organizational skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing demands; able to perform under tight deadlines.
• Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills.
• Quick learner with ability to retain and apply business processes.
• Technical proficiency in:
  • Oracle Database Server : design, administration, performance tuning.
  • PL/SQL, command-line scripting, TOAD/SQL Developer.
  • MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint).
  • Awareness of ITIL and Project Management methodologies.

Required Experience & Education

• 5+ years in Oracle database administration and design, ideally in a software solutions environment.
• High availability solutions (Oracle RAC, CRS, Data Guard).
• RMAN backups/recovery, import/export, Data Pump.
• Performance tuning on Windows and Unix/Linux platforms.
• Cloud platforms, especially Microsoft Azure.
• Skilled in SQL, PL/SQL, shell scripting, and batch programs.
• Oracle Certified Professional (minimum: Oracle Certified Administrator).
• Degree educated or equivalent.
• Experience in UK/Ireland health sectors is advantageous.

This role requires a working knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and the ability to leverage them to improve processes and outcomes. A core understanding of AI concepts is required and must be able to demonstrate the use of AI tools in a professional setting.

Onboarding

As part of our onboarding process, all new employees will be required to attend / travel to the office on their first day of employment. This requirement is essential for onboarding activities, including the identity verification, completion of necessary documentation, receiving your IT equipment, introductions to key team members, and orientation to Clinisys policies and procedures.