Job Description

Contract length: 1–3 years

Location: Ottawa hybrid (10 days in office per month)

Security Clearance: Reliability or eligibility (5 years in Canada)

Client: Bank of Canada

Your New Company

Our client, Bank of Canada, is a leading financial institution in Canada, dedicated to maintaining economic stability and promoting the well-being of Canadians. They are seeking a skilled Database Administrator to join their team in Ottawa.

Your New Role

As a Database Administrator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient operation and security of our databases. This position involves managing high-availability environments for both Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases. You will work under the direction of the Assistant Director of Database and Middleware Services to deliver high-quality database services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Installation and Maintenance:
  Install, configure, and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases in high-availability environments.
• Performance Tuning:
  Conduct database performance analysis and tuning to optimize system efficiency.
• Backup and Recovery:
  Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to meet business service-level agreements.
• Security Administration:
  Ensure database security by controlling access and implementing data encryption.
• Data Consistency:
  Maintain data consistency by adhering to data model standards and best practices.
• Schema Management:
  Manage schema objects and perform production migrations.
• Technical Support:
  Resolve database-related technical issues and provide operational support to other DBAs.
• Performance Monitoring:
  Analyze system performance to identify bottlenecks and assess the impact of administrative tasks.
• Collaboration:
  Work with development DBAs on migration activities and disaster recovery testing.

What You'll Need to Succeed

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Minimum 5 years of experience
  In Database Administration with Oracle 19c, SQL Server 2019 or higher, and experience with Cloud SQL PaaS Services (specifically Azure).
• Technical Skills:
  Proficiency in Oracle Exadata, Data Guard, RAC, Database Recovery Manager (RMAN), Datapump, and Oracle Advanced Security Transparent Data Encryption (TDE).
• Monitoring Tools:
  Experience with EMCC (Oracle) and SCOM (Microsoft) for monitoring database operations.
• Additional Skills:
  Familiarity with Postgres SQL, MySQL, Azure Cosmos DB, and Commvault is beneficial.
• Certifications:
  Relevant designations such as OCP or Azure certifications are advantageous.
• Organizational Skills:
  Demonstrated ability to organize effectively.

What You'll Get in Return

• Contract Terms:
  A 1-3-year contract with flexible working arrangements, requiring a minimum of 10 days of in-person work per month in Ottawa.
• Opportunities for Growth:
  The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to critical database operations.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic team environment.

What You Need to Do Now

If you are a motivated and skilled Database Administrator looking for a challenging role with a prestigious financial institution, please submit your application. Include your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!

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