Database Engineer (Oracle, PL/SQL)- Galway, Ireland

**Job Description

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The Senior Database Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex database systems to support our business operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity, performance, and security. Your expertise in Oracle and PL/SQL, along with your understanding and experience in CI/CD processes and Jenkins, will be critical in driving our database initiatives and achieving our organizational goals.

**Key Responsibilities

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• Design, implement, and maintain database systems using Oracle and PL/SQL.
• Optimize database performance and ensure high availability.
• Develop and execute database scripts, stored procedures, and functions.
• Collaborate with software developers to integrate database systems with applications.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
• Monitor database health and troubleshoot issues.
• Implement and enforce database security policies.
• Perform data modeling and design database schemas.
• Conduct database backups, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior database engineers.
• Stay updated with the latest database technologies and best practices.

**Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of [X] years of experience as a Database Engineer or similar role.
• Expertise in Oracle Database and PL/SQL development.
• Understanding and experience with CI/CD processes and tools, particularly Jenkins.
• Strong understanding of database design, modeling, and optimization techniques.
• Experience with database performance tuning and query optimization.
• Proficiency in SQL and database management tools.
• Knowledge of database security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

**Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience with other database technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server.
• Knowledge of cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database).
• Certification in Oracle Database (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional).