\\\\Oracle Exadata Cloud Engineer\\\\ \\\\About the role\\\\ As an Oracle Exadata Cloud Engineer, you will make an impact by leading the migration, optimization, and ongoing support of Oracle databases and Exadata systems in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). You will be a valued member of the cloud engineering team, collaborating closely with DBAs, cloud architects, and application teams to ensure reliability, performance, and scalability of missioncritical systems. This role is ideal for a highly skilled engineer with deep experience in Exadata administration, cloud operations, and SQL performance tuning. \\\\In this role, you will:\\\\ \\+ Lead and support the migration of onpremise Oracle databases to Oracle Exadata Cloud Service. \\+ Administer, configure, and manage Exadata systems deployed on OCI. \\+ Perform installation, configuration, patching, and lifecycle maintenance of Exadata Cloud Service components. \\+ Monitor system performance and optimize Exadata storage, compute nodes, and networking resources. \\+ Implement high availability, backup, and disaster recovery strategies using OCI tools and best practices. \\+ Troubleshoot and resolve complex database, infrastructure, and performance issues in Exadata environments. \\+ Configure and maintain RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and related Oracle technologies. \\+ Ensure security hardening, access control, and compliance with cloud governance standards. \\+ Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting languages such as Shell, Python, Ansible, or Terraform. \\+ Collaborate with crossfunctional engineering teams to ensure system stability and reliability. \\+ Analyze workload patterns and recommend improvements for capacity planning and cost optimization. \\+ Manage patch cycles, quarterly updates, and infrastructure maintenance tasks. \\+ Document architecture, operational procedures, and cloud best practices. \\+ Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance performance, resiliency, and operational efficiency. \\+ Perform SQL query optimization using execution plans, indexing strategies, and SQL profiling. \\+ Analyze AWR, ASH, and ADDM reports to identify bottlenecks and propose tuning actions. \\+ Optimize SGA, PGA, buffer cache, and other memory structures for peak database performance. \\+ Tune Oracle RAC environments to improve load balancing, cluster communication, and system stability. \\+ Implement proactive performance monitoring and capacity planning to maintain optimal throughput. \\\\Work model:\\\\ We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this roles business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants across the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy worklife balance through our wellbeing programs. Working arrangements are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on business or client needs. \\\\What you need to have to be considered:\\\\ \\+ Proven experience managing Oracle Exadata systems and cloud infrastructure. \\+ Strong expertise in ANSI SQL, including performance tuning, profiling, and optimization. \\+ Handson experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and related database technologies. \\+ Experience supporting migrations to Oracle Exadata Cloud Service or OCI. \\+ Proficiency with scripting (Shell, Python, Ansible, Terraform) for automation. \\+ Strong troubleshooting skills for database, infrastructure, and performancerelated issues. \\+ Experience with performance analysis using AWR, ASH, and ADDM reports. \\+ Knowledge of high availability, backup, and disaster recovery best practices. \\+ Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with crossfunctional teams. \\+ Experience documenting technical procedures, workflows, and architectures. \\\\These will help you stand out:\\\\ \\+ Experience optimizing Oracle RAC environments for high throughput workloads. \\+ Experience with OCI cloud architecture, governance, and security frameworks. \\+ Background supporting largescale, missioncritical Exadata environments. \\+ Knowledge of capacity planning, cost optimization, and cloud performance strategies. \\+ Strong ownership mindset with the ability to work independently in a fastpaced environment. \\\\Salary and Other Compensation:\\\\ Applicants will be accepted till 4/10/2026 Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. \\\Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future\\\\ The annual salary for this position will be in the range of $70K - $85K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizants discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizants applicable plans. \\\\Benefits\\\\ : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: \\+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance \\+ Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off \\+ 401(k) plan and contributions \\+ Long-term/Short-term Disability \\+ Paid Parental Leave \\+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan \\\\Disclaimer:\\\\ The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration. If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, wed love to hear from you! Apply Now! \\#LI-IK1 Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The role requires proven experience managing Oracle Exadata systems and cloud infrastructure. Strong expertise in ANSI SQL, including performance tuning, profiling, and optimization, is necessary. Hands-on experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and related database technologies is essential. Proficiency with scripting languages such as Shell, Python, Ansible, or Terraform for automation is also required. The candidate must possess strong troubleshooting skills for database, infrastructure, and performance-related issues, along with experience in performance analysis using AWR, ASH, and ADDM reports. Knowledge of high availability, backup, and disaster recovery best practices, as well as strong communication and collaboration skills, are important.