ET Consultant (Database Administrator)

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank Group is a global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. Established in 1944, it has grown to include 189 member countries and operates in more than 130 offices worldwide. The organization focuses on providing funding and knowledge to developing countries, working with both public and private sector partners to invest in innovative projects that address urgent global challenges. The World Bank Group is committed to using data, research, and technology to develop effective solutions for its clients.

Job Overview:
The ET Consultant (Database Administrator) position at the World Bank Group is a critical role within the Information Technology Solutions (ITS) Vice Presidential Unit. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about leveraging technology to support the mission of the World Bank Group, which is to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering Oracle databases, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery, and managing cloud and hybrid database platforms. The role requires a strong understanding of database performance tuning, troubleshooting, and operational optimization, as well as the ability to collaborate with developers and other IT teams to resolve complex issues. The position also emphasizes the importance of adhering to ITIL-compliant operations and maintaining secure database management practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the ET Consultant (Database Administrator) include:

• Administering Oracle 19c/23ai RAC and non-RAC databases on Red Hat Linux and Oracle Exadata platforms, including installation, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management.
• Implementing and managing Oracle Data Guard for high availability and disaster recovery across Single Instance, RAC, and Exadata environments.
• Managing Oracle ASM storage, including disk group configuration, capacity planning, and performance optimization across RAC and Exadata systems.
• Monitoring, troubleshooting, and tuning database performance using Oracle Diagnostic and Tuning Packs, including Exadata-specific performance features, in coordination with infrastructure admin teams.
• Supporting developers and logical DBAs in resolving SQL/PL/SQL, client, and database performance issues.
• Administering and supporting cloud and hybrid database platforms (OCI, Azure, AWS), including provisioning, integration, and operational optimization alongside on-prem Exadata environment.
• Ensuring ITIL-compliant operations, secure database management, and adherence to WBG on-premises and cloud security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security standards.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Relevant experience in Oracle Database Administration is essential, including installation, configuration, and operational support of Oracle 19c on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Candidates should also have demonstrated experience with cloud database services, including administration and operational support of databases on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and other cloud platforms. Proven knowledge of OCI services, including audit, monitoring, backup, restore, and cloud database operational concepts is required. Familiarity with Oracle Exadata platforms and Agile delivery methodologies is desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 5 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have a strong foundation in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline, with a focus on database management and administration.

Experience:
The position requires significant experience in Oracle Database Administration, specifically with Oracle 19c on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience if they hold a Master's degree or 7 years if they hold a Bachelor's degree. Experience with cloud database services and operational support of databases on platforms such as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Azure, and AWS is also essential. Familiarity with performance tuning, troubleshooting, and database management in enterprise IT environments is crucial.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, but English is the primary language of communication within the World Bank Group.

Additional Notes:
This position is a local recruitment opportunity with a term duration of 1 year. The role is full-time and is based in Chennai, India. The World Bank Group is committed to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. The position is subject to a lifetime maximum of three years for Extended Term (ET) appointments, and former and current ET staff who have completed or are in the process of completing their third-year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments.