Required skills, abilities, and certifications

10+ years of relational database work in a commercial environment
7 years of experience with Oracle in an SAP environment
3 years on Unix platforms - experience with Linux
Experience deploying a large-scale ERP solution
Well versed with all advanced features of Oracle including RAC, GoldenGate and Data Guard
Knowledge of DB Tools/Utilities (e.g., Toad, Enterprise Manager, Utilities, SQL Developer )
Understanding of industry best practices pertaining to Oracle
Strong troubleshooting and proactive analytical skills to ensure minimum downtime of production databases
Thorough understanding of Oracle connectivity at a logical and physical level
Must have proven ability to follow priorities and timelines
Must have strong analytical and problem solving skills
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to work independently or as an integral member of a team
Experience and willingness to teach/mentor others in I.S.
Ability to work well with different staff levels within and out of core competency
Ability to translate highly technical solutions/problems to audiences at varying technical levels
Strong ability to prepare and present technical documentation
Ability to communicate in a professional manner when interacting across staff levels and internal/external customers
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