Accenture Digital Core
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A senior Oracle DBA role focused on performance optimisation, resource efficiency and project delivery across Oracle ExaCC (Exadata Cloud@Customer), ZFS and ZDLRA environments. Day-to-day operational coverage is handled in partnership with infrastructure teams; this role focuses on specialist expertise, continuous improvement and cross-team collaboration with development and infrastructure stakeholders.
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Optimise Oracle database performance through compression techniques, query tuning and indexing strategy — with a focus on ExaCC CPU efficiency, storage cost reduction and I/O efficiency;
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Fine-tune Oracle CPU allocation algorithms on ExaCC to maximise the used/allocated ratio and minimise waste;
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Optimise backup and recovery processes for Oracle ZFS and ZDLRA appliances, ensuring reliability and cost-effectiveness;
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Lead and support key projects, including migration to Kerberos authentication and Oracle Client upgrades;
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Guide development teams on best practices for database design, SQL coding, performance and scalability;
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Perform root cause analysis on performance incidents and complex database issues escalated from infrastructure partners;
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Enforce access management, TDE encryption, auditing controls and audit-quality documentation;
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Contribute to multi-platform environments (Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, Synapse) where relevant;
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Collaborate with infrastructure partners, development teams and project stakeholders across initiatives.
Qualifications
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University degree in Computer Science, Engineering or comparable technical field;
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5-10 years of hands-on experience with Oracle databases in production environments;
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Proven expertise in performance tuning, compression and resource optimisation;
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Hands-on experience with ExaCC, ZFS and ZDLRA is a strong plus;
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OS knowledge: Linux and/or Unix (primary), Windows (secondary).
Technical Skills
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Oracle RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM); SQL and PL/SQL scripting (must);
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ExaCC CPU optimisation, compression techniques, query tuning, Exadata awareness;
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Kerberos authentication and Oracle Client upgrades;
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Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), auditing & compliance controls;
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Azure SQL or PostgreSQL, Azure Synapse or DB2 — knowledge is a plus;
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Tools: Oracle SQL Developer, Toad for Oracle,
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Following Tools are a plus: Jenkins, UrbanCode Deploy, Qlik Replicate, Git/Bitbucket, ServiceNow, Jira, DBeaver;
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Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or equivalent certification is a plus.
Profile & Other Requirements
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Professional English C1 (spoken and written) — mandatory; French and/or Dutch is a plus;
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Strong collaboration skills — comfortable working with infrastructure partners, development teams and non-technical stakeholders;
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Structured problem-solving mindset; ability to communicate technical findings clearly;
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Generalizing-specialist profile — open to working across multiple database technologies;
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Experience in regulated environments (e.g., financial services) is a strong plus;
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Must own a valid work permit or EU/Schengen Space nationality to legally work in Portugal;
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Lisbon/Portugal-based — hybrid working model.
Legal: Must own a valid work permit or EU/Schengen Space Nationality to legally work in Portugal
- Life Insurance and Pension Plan Programs;
- Free medical services at the office (Physician, Nutritionist, Psychologist);
- Flexben Program (Support for Education, Kindergarden, Training, Technology, Health);
- Employee Share Purchase Plan;
- Personalized training paths and access to Udemy and Plurisight Plataforms;
- Flex-ability program (financial and flexible support for people with disabilities);
- Special banking conditions;
