Thomson Reuters is looking for a Database Engineer to provide critical support for Oracle and PostgreSQL databases within our global team. You will be responsible for ensuring the stability and performance of revenue-generating applications by troubleshooting incidents, performing administration, and collaborating closely with technical partners.

What You'll Do

Provide in-depth critical support for Oracle and PostgreSQL databases, including Cloud environments like AWS EC2 and Aurora RDS.
Act as primary support for complex production databases and drive incident resolution.
Perform database administration on Unix/Linux environments and ensure continuous 24x7 operation.
Execute project-related tasks such as DDL generation, cloning, data refreshes, and performance tuning.
Manage database backup, recovery, and Disaster Recovery planning using tools like RMAN and storage technologies such as NAS.
Collaborate with application partners to address performance issues and contribute to long-term solution design.
Develop and maintain OS-level scripts (e.g., UNIX shell) and operational documentation.
Own database problems, coordinate with vendors, and provide problem management for repeat issues.
Participate in new system builds, including creating databases, deploying monitoring, and managing permissions.
Mentor and coach other database engineers while developing team leadership skills.
Provide support outside normal hours for major implementations or critical issues.

What We're Looking For

A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, technical, or engineering field.
3 years in IT with at least 2 years of DBA responsibilities in Oracle/PostgreSQL environments.
Strong quantitative, analytical, and communication skills with a customer service focus.
Understanding of storage technologies such as NAS and SAN.
Extensive backup/recovery experience and Disaster Recovery planning.
Ability to problem-solve effectively in high-pressure situations and learn new technologies quickly.
Experience in scripting languages like shell, Python, and Perl.
Excellent teamwork and independent work capabilities.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with cloud environments and experience in Cloud Migrations.
Experience with Oracle Installation, Configuration, and Upgrades.
Knowledge of Oracle replication technologies like Dataguard, Streams, and Golden Gate.
Performance monitoring and tuning skills.
Strong operational familiarity with RAC on Oracle 11g/12c and above.

Technical Stack

Databases: Oracle, PostgreSQL
Cloud: AWS EC2, AWS Aurora RDS
Platforms: Unix/Linux
Tools: RMAN, Dataguard, Streams, Golden Gate
Scripting: Shell Scripting, Python, Perl

Team & Environment

You'll join a global team within the ORACLE Support database team, collaborating with application and development partners to support critical systems.

Benefits & Compensation

Hybrid Work Model: Flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office).
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way policies, work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year.
Career Development and Growth: Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach.
Flexible vacation and two company-wide Mental Health Days off.
Access to the Headspace app and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
Retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, and employee incentive programs.
Two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities for pro-bono consulting and ESG initiatives.

Work Mode

This role follows a hybrid work model.

Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing a drug-free workplace. We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs.