Senior Oracle Database Engineer

BNY
Pittsburgh, PA

Who this role is best for

Best suited to experienced Oracle Database professionals with automation expertise working in financial services.

Best fit for

  • Experienced Oracle Database professionals with automation expertise and a background in financial services
    — “experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus”
  • Candidates with 10+ years of Oracle Database engineering experience and a focus on cloud platforms
    — “Design and support Oracle databases on Exadata and cloud platforms, including Oracle Database@Azure.”
  • Individuals with strong performance tuning and mission-critical system support experience
    — “Troubleshoot and optimize performance for mission-critical Oracle databases.”

Things to consider

  • The role likely involves on-site work in Pittsburgh or Lake Mary, despite unspecified employment type
    — “This role is located in not specified in Pittsburgh, Lake Mary.”
  • Candidates must be prepared for ongoing cloud transformation and security-focused projects
    — “Implement database security controls including TDE, Oracle Key Vault, auditing, and compliance standards.”

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate a track record of automating database workflows using Python, Ansible, or Terraform
    — “Automate database provisioning, patching, cloning, refreshes, and operational workflows using Python, Ansible, Terraform, and APIs.”
  • Emphasize hands-on experience with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, and ASM in your interview preparation
    — “Strong expertise with Oracle Database 19c/26ai, RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, and OEM.”
  • Include examples of supporting Linux-based environments and cloud architectures in your portfolio
    — “Experience supporting Linux-based database environments.”
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What success looks like

  • design and support Oracle databases
  • implement database security controls
  • automate database workflows
Typical background
10-12 years of related experience7+ years of Oracle Database engineering experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Oracle Database EngineeringHigh Availability SolutionsDatabase SecurityAutomationPerformance Tuning

Preferred

Cloud Transformation Initiatives

Stack & domain

Oracle DatabaseExadataCloud PlatformsHigh AvailabilityDisaster RecoveryBackup And RecoveryDatabase SecurityAutomationScriptingDatabase Performance TuningTroubleshootingVulnerability RemediationPlatform UpgradesTechnology ModernizationAzureOciHybrid Cloud ArchitecturesCollaborationProblem-solvingTeamworkAttention To DetailTime ManagementLeadershipCommunicationProject ManagementStrategic PlanningInnovationTechnical ExpertiseClient CollaborationFinancial Services IndustryFinancial ServicesSecurities IndustryCutting-edge AiBreakthrough Technologies

About the role

Original posting from BNY

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Oracle Database Engineer to join our team. This role is located in not specified in Pittsburgh, Lake Mary.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

Design and support Oracle databases on Exadata and cloud platforms, including Oracle Database@Azure.

Engineer high availability, disaster recovery, backup, and recovery solutions using RAC, Data Guard, and ZDLRA.

Implement database security controls including TDE, Oracle Key Vault, auditing, and compliance standards.

Automate database provisioning, patching, cloning, refreshes, and operational workflows using Python, Ansible, Terraform, and APIs.

Support database migrations, GoldenGate replication, and cloud transformation initiatives.

Troubleshoot and optimize performance for mission-critical Oracle databases.

Participate in vulnerability remediation, platform upgrades, and technology modernization programs.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required; advanced degree preferred10-12 years of related experience required; experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus.

7+ years of Oracle Database engineering or administration experience.

Strong expertise with Oracle Database 19c/26ai, RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, and OEM.

Hands-on experience with Oracle Exadata.

Experience with TDE, Oracle Key Vault, and database security controls.

Experience with automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, Terraform, Shell).

Experience supporting Linux-based database environments.

Strong database performance tuning and troubleshooting skills.

Experience with Azure, OCI, or hybrid cloud architectures.

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at:

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Here’s a few of our recent awards:

America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025

World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025

“Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Source: BNY careers

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