System Manager (Cloud DBA)

Role Summary Owns Oracle database platforms end-to-end, driving performance, automation, and reliability at scale while contributing to cloud transformation and platform engineering initiatives. Key Responsibilities Own Oracle database environments across lifecycle (Dev/Test/Prod) with end-to-end accountability for availability and performance Lead database installation, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management Drive proactive performance tuning and optimization strategies Define and implement robust backup and recovery strategies (RMAN) Design and manage high-availability architectures (RAC, Data Guard) Lead troubleshooting of complex incidents, perform root cause analysis (RCA) , and drive long-term fixes Drive automation-first approach using Shell, PL/SQL, Ansible, Terraform Collaborate with cloud, platform, and application teams for integrated delivery Ensure compliance with operational governance (patching, change, security standards) Mentor junior DBAs (G4) and uplift overall team capability Required Skills Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Database (19c/21c) Advanced SQL and PL/SQL expertise Deep expertise in RMAN backup/recovery Strong experience with Oracle RAC and Data Guard Advanced performance tuning and query optimization Strong Linux/Unix system administration Strong scripting and automation capabilities Preferred Skills Hands-on experience in OCI / AWS cloud database environments Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Ansible, Terraform) Exposure to Avaloq platform and banking domain systems Familiarity with observability/monitoring solutions Key Expectations Ownership mindset (SLA, uptime, reliability) Drive standardization and automation initiatives Ability to work with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams Mentor team members and influence technical direction Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field Experience 5–12+ years of experience in Oracle database administration Experience managing enterprise-scale database environments Core Qualifications Strong expertise in Oracle Database (19c/21c) Advanced SQL and PL/SQL skills Deep experience with RMAN backup and recovery Additional Qualifications Hands-on experience with OCI / AWS environments Experience with Ansible / Terraform or similar IaC tools Exposure to Avaloq platform or banking domain systems We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices.  In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your…