Database Administrator

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Job Details:

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join our High-Performance Computing (HPC) Team based in Crawley, UK. Reporting to the Global Database Team Leader, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting, administering, and managing databases that underpin critical enterprise business applications.

PostgreSQL Expertise Required for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advanced technical troubleshooting for database systems and associated applications.
• Configure and optimize Oracle and Linux OS parameters for maximum performance and resource utilization.
• Apply knowledge of server clustering techniques and their impact on database configuration and performance using Oracle CRS clustering software.
• Manage standby databases, snapshots, and advanced features such as Oracle Data Guard.
• Implement database recovery techniques using RMAN and flashback recovery, including performing exports, RMAN backups, and data extractions as required.
• Oversee Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC) environments and troubleshoot RAC node issues.
• Participate in the design and code review of applications for efficient database integration.
• Develop and maintain shell scripts for system and database monitoring.
• Design and implement procedures for data migration and application development.
• Participate in project-related meetings and troubleshooting discussions.
• Build a deep working knowledge of key applications and their database interactions.
• Deliver application development, enhancements, performance tuning, and support services for assigned projects.
• Manage Oracle applications, including Oracle Apps and Middleware technology products, schema updates, data migrations, tech upgrades, and patching.
• The possibility to expand knowledge, and experience in Data Science. Any of the following skills would be advantageous. SQL, Python and other languagessurrounding Big Data for analysing data and building statistical models for specific business problems.

​You will be required to work in 24 x 7 with on-call

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or similar work experience.
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of professional experience as an APPS Application DBA with Oracle, or Postgresql.

Why work with us?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Highly attractive bonus scheme
• Hybrid model and flexible working with up to 2 days at home
• Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program
• Company pension with generous employer contribution
• Wellbeing Unmind app – puts you in control of your mental health
• A flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more!
• Regular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year
• Cycle purchase scheme
• Flexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes
• Sponsorship of visas/comprehensive relocation packages
• Bank Holiday Swap - our holiday swap program allows you to change it for another day of your choice!
• Relaxed dress code policy

Learning and Development

Our culture of learning and complementary approach to supported or self-guided career development, enables the design of tailored courses to suit specific needs our employees to aid personal growth in areas related to technical, commercial and personal skills, via an extensive suite of developed courses, managed through our own Learning Hub.

We Care about the Environment

We encourage and actively support a strong sense of community, through volunteering and various company initiatives, as well as a strong company commitment to protecting our environment through sustainable solutions, energy saving and waste reduction enterprises.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.