Data Platform Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for you to take a leadership role within the new service operations business area as a  Data Platform Manager  leading a team of platform administrators, ensuring the delivery of robust, scalable, and secure data platform solutions.

You should have a have strong expertise in Oracle technologies, SQL Server, MySQL, cloud platforms, and DevOps methodologies, with a proven track record in managing and mentoring technical teams. 

Your key tasks

Team Leadership and Management: 

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of DBAs to achieve organizational objectives 

• Oversee workload distribution, performance evaluations, and professional development 

• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture 

Data Platform Administration: 

• Oversee the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of Oracle data platforms (on-premises and cloud environments) 
• Ensure platform security, availability, and performance optimization 

• Plan and execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures 

Cloud Expertise: 

• Implement and manage Oracle data platform solutions on cloud platforms (e.g., Oracle Cloud, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) 

• Lead cloud migration initiatives, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance 

• Leverage cloud-native tools for monitoring and automation 

DevOps Methodologies: 

• Integrate DevOps practices into data platform management processes 

• Automate deployment, monitoring, and maintenance tasks using CI/CD pipelines and configuration management tools 

• Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless platform operations within agile workflows 

Strategic Planning and Collaboration: 

• Define and execute data platform strategies aligned with business goals 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement data solutions 

• Stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices in Oracle platform, cloud solutions, and DevOps 

• Compliance and Standards: 

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, organizational policies, and security standards 

• Implement governance frameworks for database operations and cloud resources