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Head of Global Delivery Centre | Tech Recruitment Partner @ developrec Job Type: Contract (Outside IR35)
Location: UK Remote
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: Up to £550 per day
A leading technology consultancy is looking for a highly skilled Lead Oracle Data Engineer to take a central role in a complex brownfield DB2 to Oracle Exadata migration project.
This position offers the opportunity to work within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, delivering critical modernisation solutions for a high-profile client.
The successful candidate will lead a feature team responsible for ensuring the seamless migration and integration of Oracle databases, while upholding best practices in data integrity, performance, and security.
This is a pivotal role for an experienced professional passionate about data engineering and transformational delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning and execution of Oracle database modernisation, conversion, and migration activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
Oversee database architecture assessments and performance optimisation efforts.
Collaborate with development and architecture teams to improve data flow and streamline database operations.
Conduct thorough testing and validation of migrated data to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of migration strategies, standards, and processes.
Provide mentorship and technical leadership to team members.
Extensive experience as an Oracle DBA with deep expertise in Oracle Exadata.
Strong knowledge of Oracle Database architecture, tools, and performance tuning techniques.
Proven track record with data migration methodologies and execution.
Skilled in SQL and PL/SQL programming.
Experience with database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with cloud database environments such as Oracle Cloud, AWS RDS, or Azure SQL Database.
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and project management tools.
About the Company
This consultancy is renowned for delivering high-risk, high-profile software and data engineering projects at pace. Their clients include leading organisations across commodities, energy trading, finance, digital, and public sectors. The company is driven by a culture of Care, Quality, and Leadership, and is committed to delivering business value through technological excellence.
They pride themselves on working in close partnership with clients and users, utilising modern technologies and agile methodologies to bring about meaningful change. Their teams are built on mutual respect, continuous learning, and a shared passion for delivering impactful solutions.
The organisation has earned numerous industry awards for its innovative solutions and is actively expanding its team of forward-thinking professionals.
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Contract
Job function Job function Information Technology
Industries Data Infrastructure and Analytics and Software Development
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