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We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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This is an Office role based out of our office in New York, NY. The Target Pay Range for this position is $141,025 - $156,695 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

The Mars Petcare Division, Science & Diagnostics, is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Lead Cloud Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to join our dynamic Digital Technology team. The ideal candidate will lead the implementation, migration, and management of Oracle databases hosted on cloud platforms, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance. This role requires a deep understanding of Oracle database technologies, best practices in database administration, and willingness to learn new skills and technologies including other database systems, cloud infrastructure, and more.

About Mars Petcare

At Mars Petcare we have one purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS™. Through comprehensive veterinary care, nutrition, breakthrough programmes in diagnostics, DNA testing and pet welfare we help pets in more than 130 countries. For decades we’ve supported research into the incredible science of human animal interaction at the Waltham Petcare Science Institute where scientists discover important advances in pet health and wellness. Mars Petcare is part of Mars, Incorporated, a global, family-owned business with a focus on becoming Sustainable in a Generation , reflective of the many pets and communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead architecture, deployment and maintenance of Oracle databases in cloud environments.

+ Design and implement database solutions that meet business requirements for scalability, reliability and security.

+ Manage database tuning, capacity planning and resource optimization.

+ Develop and enforce database security policies including access controls, encryption and compliance

+ Oversee backup, recovery and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability

+ Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and security teams to support application deployments and cloud migrations.

+ Establish and maintain database monitoring, alerting and reporting systems.

+ Drive automation initiatives for database tasks.

+ Evaluate and recommend new database technologies, tools and services to improve operational efficiency

+ Ensure adherence to IT governance, complaints, and audit requirements.

+ Document database architectures, configurations and procedures.

+ Database support and incident resolution.

Experience & Qualifications

+ Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

+ 7+ years as an Oracle DBA with at least 3 years in cloud-based Oracle database administration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Strong expertise in Oracle Database versions 11g and newer

+ 5+ years of hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS RDS and Microsoft Azure Database Services.

+ Proficiency in database performance tuning, SQL optimization and troubleshooting.

+ Proficiency in monitoring and testing database performance.

+ Experience with Oracle Active Data Guard, RMAN, GoldenGate, and RAC

+ Knowledge of database security best practices such as encryption in transit and at rest

+ Experience building redundant database setups for mission critical applications.

+ Linux, AIS, and Windows experience.

+ Strong scripting skills in Shell, SQL*Plus, and PL/SQL for automation

+ Excellent leadership and communication skills.

+ Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

+ Preferred: Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and Configuration management.

+ Preferred: Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or equivalent certification

+ Preferred: Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

+ Preferred: Experience with monitoring tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager, DataDog, CloudWatch, etc.

+ Preferred: Experience with other database technologies such as SQL Server and PostgreSQL

What can you expect from Mars Petcare?

+ The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.

+ An industry competitive compensation package including generous benefits

+ Commitment to our Purpose and our Five Principles.

+ An inclusive environment where Associates feel valued, supported and comfortable being themselves at work.

+ The opportunity to work cross functionally add value and impact.

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

_Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates._

+ All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:

+ Paid Time Off & Holidays

+ Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

+ Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

+ Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

+ Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ 401(k) with company match

+ Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

+ Life Assistance Program

+ Pet Care Discounts

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers (http://careers.antechdiagnostics.com/us/en/affirmative-action) .

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