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Senior Oracle Database Engineer specializing in automation, DevOps methodologies, and cloud migrations within enterprise environments.
Proven expertise in orchestrating scalable, zero-downtime solutions using Ansible and Automic Workflow to streamline deployment lifecycles.
Adept at driving Agile infrastructure projects, including complex Oracle Cloud@Customer from 11g to 19c and 23ai as well as automated patching strategies. Strong technical foundation in Oracle RAC, Exadata, and Data Guard, blending deep database reliability with modern engineering practices.
▪ Oracle Technologies: Oracle Database, Oracle Exadata, Oracle GoldenGate, Oracle Data Guard, Real Application Clusters (RAC), Zero Downtime Migration (ZDM), Application Continuity (AC/TAC), Maximum Availability Architecture (MAA), OEM
▪ Others: Ansible, Bash Scripting, Linux Administration
Oracle Database Administrator at Engineering Team
@ Deutsche Bank (avato consulting) | Remote | Aug 2021 - Dec 2025
My primary function within the Database Engineering Team is to design, implement, and maintain scalable solutions across key areas, including:
▪ Oracle Software and Database deployment of database versions 11g to 23ai.
▪ Design and build automated Database Migration Strategies to Oracle Cloud@customer using Ansible and Automic Workflow for reliable, repeatable, and scalable deployments.
▪ Lead the investigation and comprehensive testing of various Physical and Logical Database Migration approaches to determine optimal strategies based on project requirements.
▪ Engineer and implement Oracle High Availability (HA) and Near Zero-Downtime solutions, leveraging technologies like Oracle Data Guard and Real Application Clusters (RAC) for business continuity.
▪ Act as the Technical Liaison with Oracle Managed Partners (MPs), specialising in complex projects involving Advanced Customer Services (ACS)/Technical Account Coordination (TAC) and Zero Downtime Migration (ZDM) initiatives.
▪ Developed and standardized Zero Downtime Migration blueprints using advanced Oracle tooling, specifically Oracle ZDM and GoldenGate Microservices Architecture (MA).
▪ Drive the current Oracle Software patching strategy, implementing and automating the
deployment life cycle using Ansible for improved security and compliance.
Database Administrator for Oracle ACS (Tier 3 DBA)
@ Oracle (Teleperformance) | Linlithgow | Jun 2014 - Aug 2021
▪ Oracle Software and Database deployment
▪ Configuration and maintenance of Data Guard Configuration
▪ Systems administration for customer’s critical environments
▪ Design and maintenance activities including patching and Database Refresh
▪ Database Performance tuning, issues troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA)
▪ Resolution of escalated issues in critical situations with constant communication with the customer technology stakeholders
▪ Knowledge management
▪ Training and presentations development and delivering of different Oracle Technologies
Oracle Control Centre Engineer (Tier 2)
@ Oracle (Teleperformance) | Linlithgow | Oct 2012 - Jun 2014
▪ Global Partner Support: Provided remote support and system administration for a wide range of worldwide customers as part of an Advanced Monitoring and Resolution project.
▪ Multilingual Communication: Delivered technical support in both English and Spanish, maintaining professionalism across diverse partner regions.
Customer Service Adviser
@ HMRC (Teleperformance) | Bathgate | Jan 2012 - Oct 2012
▪ Delivering a first class, professional customer service for HMRC Tax Credit Department
▪ Resolving customer enquiries and complaints
Waiter / Supervisor
@ The Castle Arms | Edinburgh | Apr 2010 - Jan 2012
Till counts, operate register, managing store
Handle customer service, questions & complaints
Providing lunch / dinner service for customers at The Castle Arms restaurant
VoIP Network administrator
@ Telecor (H-tecnología) | Seville (Spain) | May 2006 - Feb 2010
▪ Configured, maintained, and administered a Voice over IP network at “Junta de Andalucía”
▪ The network included: Cisco routers, Allied Telesis Switch (AT 8012M), Nortel Business Communications Manager, Mediatrix VoIP Gateways, and Aperto/Alvarion antenna.
▪ Provided Training and Help-desk support to installer and maintenance technicians.
Level in national or international classification: BTEC Network Administrator Technician Lucus Solis / Seville, Spain | 1998-2001
▪ Photography, Lego, Running
▪ Raspberry Pi, Ansible, Home Automation