Senior Database Administrator

Bengaluru - India

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 08-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

When our values align theres no limit to what we can achieve.

At Parexel we all share the same goal - to improve the worlds health. From clinical trials to regulatory consulting and market access every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us no matter what we do at Parexel contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally we do it with empathy and were committed to making a difference.

Key Accountabilities:
Database Administration and Maintenance

Install configure upgrade and patch supported database systems (Oracle 10g19c PostgreSQL or MS SQL Server).
Perform database and schema refresh operations using native tools (e.g. Oracle exp/imp Expdp/Impdp; pgdump/pgrestore; SQL Server backup/restore).
Implement database change orders according to established schedules and procedures.
Monitor database performance and availability using platform-specific tools (e.g. Oracle Enterprise Manager pgAdmin SSMS).
Document database policies procedures and standards for organizational compliance.

Backup Recovery and Performance Management

Execute backup restore and recovery operations using RMAN (Oracle) pgBackRest/Barman (PostgreSQL) or native SQL Server tools.
Perform SQL tuning and indexing strategies to optimize query performance.
Utilize performance monitoring tools such as AWR/ADDM (Oracle) pgstatstatements (PostgreSQL) or SQL Profiler (SQL Server).
Troubleshoot database and performance issues to minimize system downtime.
Maintain and support standby or high-availability configurations for disaster recovery.

Infrastructure Support and Collaboration

Administer platform-specific technologies such as Oracle ASM/RAC PostgreSQL replication or SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.
Perform basic system administration tasks on UNIX/Linux (Oracle/PostgreSQL) or Windows Server (SQL Server).
Coordinate with system administrators network teams and backup teams as required.
Participate in project meetings to provide database perspective and technical input.
Support clinical research applications through reliable and secure database infrastructure.

System Integration and Technical Support

Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless integration of database systems with enterprise applications.
Provide technical expertise for database-related aspects of system implementations and migrations.
Maintain database security and access controls in accordance with organizational policies.
Support application teams with database connectivity and performance issues.
Ensure database systems meet availability and compliance requirements for clinical research operations.

Skills:

Proficiency in any two of the following: Oracle RDBMS (10g19c) PostgreSQL or MS SQL Server.
Experience with monitoring and management tools relevant to the supported platform.
Knowledge of backup and recovery procedures using platform-specific tools.
Expertise in SQL tuning indexing and performance optimization.
Familiarity with high-availability and disaster recovery technologies.
Basic UNIX/Linux or Windows Server administration skills depending on platform.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
Time management and prioritization capabilities.
Ability to work under pressure during system outages.
Customer service orientation when supporting internal users.

Knowledge and Experience:

710 years of experience in database administration in any two of the following: Oracle PostgreSQL or MS SQL Server.
Experience with installation upgrade patching and migration processes.
Hands-on experience with backup and recovery operations.
Demonstrated experience in SQL performance tuning and optimization.
Experience working in high-availability and disaster recovery environments.
Knowledge of database refresh and migration procedures.
Experience coordinating with system administration and network teams.
Familiarity with operating systems relevant to the supported platform.

Education:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field preferred.
Relevant certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) PostgreSQL certification or Microsoft SQL Server certifications preferred.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

When our values align theres no limit to what we can achieve.At Parexel we all share the same goal - to improve the worlds health. From clinical trials to regulatory consulting and market access every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in...

Key Accountabilities:
Database Administration and Maintenance

Install configure upgrade and patch supported database systems (Oracle 10g19c PostgreSQL or MS SQL Server).
Perform database and schema refresh operations using native tools (e.g. Oracle exp/imp Expdp/Impdp; pgdump/pgrestore; SQL Server backup/restore).
Implement database change orders according to established schedules and procedures.
Monitor database performance and availability using platform-specific tools (e.g. Oracle Enterprise Manager pgAdmin SSMS).
Document database policies procedures and standards for organizational compliance.

Backup Recovery and Performance Management

Execute backup restore and recovery operations using RMAN (Oracle) pgBackRest/Barman (PostgreSQL) or native SQL Server tools.
Perform SQL tuning and indexing strategies to optimize query performance.
Utilize performance monitoring tools such as AWR/ADDM (Oracle) pgstatstatements (PostgreSQL) or SQL Profiler (SQL Server).
Troubleshoot database and performance issues to minimize system downtime.
Maintain and support standby or high-availability configurations for disaster recovery.

Infrastructure Support and Collaboration

Administer platform-specific technologies such as Oracle ASM/RAC PostgreSQL replication or SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.
Perform basic system administration tasks on UNIX/Linux (Oracle/PostgreSQL) or Windows Server (SQL Server).
Coordinate with system administrators network teams and backup teams as required.
Participate in project meetings to provide database perspective and technical input.
Support clinical research applications through reliable and secure database infrastructure.

System Integration and Technical Support

Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless integration of database systems with enterprise applications.
Provide technical expertise for database-related aspects of system implementations and migrations.
Maintain database security and access controls in accordance with organizational policies.
Support application teams with database connectivity and performance issues.
Ensure database systems meet availability and compliance requirements for clinical research operations.

Skills:

Proficiency in any two of the following: Oracle RDBMS (10g19c) PostgreSQL or MS SQL Server.
Experience with monitoring and management tools relevant to the supported platform.
Knowledge of backup and recovery procedures using platform-specific tools.
Expertise in SQL tuning indexing and performance optimization.
Familiarity with high-availability and disaster recovery technologies.
Basic UNIX/Linux or Windows Server administration skills depending on platform.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
Time management and prioritization capabilities.
Ability to work under pressure during system outages.
Customer service orientation when supporting internal users.

Knowledge and Experience:

710 years of experience in database administration in any two of the following: Oracle PostgreSQL or MS SQL Server.
Experience with installation upgrade patching and migration processes.
Hands-on experience with backup and recovery operations.
Demonstrated experience in SQL performance tuning and optimization.
Experience working in high-availability and disaster recovery environments.
Knowledge of database refresh and migration procedures.
Experience coordinating with system administration and network teams.
Familiarity with operating systems relevant to the supported platform.

Education:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field preferred.
Relevant certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) PostgreSQL certification or Microsoft SQL Server certifications preferred.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Key Skills

Databases
SQL
High Availability
PL/SQL
Solaris
Microsoft SQL Server
Database Design
Performance Tuning
MySQL
Shell Scripting
Database Administration
Oracle

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