Oracle GoldenGate Specialist

InnovationTeam

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement Oracle GoldenGate solutions for data replication and CDC across our client's operational and analytical databases
• Configure and manage GoldenGate replication processes including Extract, Pump, and Replicat
• Set up bidirectional replication and active-active database configurations for high availability
• Implement data transformation and filtering logic using GoldenGate features
• Monitor replication lag and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks in 24/7 operational systems
• Perform initial data loads and maintain data consistency across production, disaster recovery, and analytics environments
• Configure GoldenGate for heterogeneous database replication (Oracle to non-Oracle platforms)
• Implement disaster recovery and high availability solutions using GoldenGate to support business continuity requirements
• Create and maintain technical documentation for replication architectures
• Provide production support and resolve replication-related incidents with defined SLAs
• Conduct capacity planning and performance tuning of GoldenGate infrastructure
• Ensure compliance with client security standards and data governance policies
• Collaborate with database administrators, infrastructure teams, application owners, and client stakeholders
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge within InnovationTeam

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 5-8 years of experience with Oracle GoldenGate (Classic and Microservices Architecture)
• Deep understanding of Oracle database architecture and internals (11g/12c/19c/21c)
• Strong knowledge of data replication concepts, CDC, and ETL processes
• Experience with conflict detection and resolution strategies
• Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, and shell scripting
• Knowledge of Oracle database features (RAC, Data Guard, ASM)
• Experience with Linux/Unix operating systems
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills in high-pressure environments
• Ability to work in 24/7 production support environments with on-call responsibilities
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Fluency in English; Arabic proficiency is highly preferred
• Saudi national or valid Iqama holder
• Ability to obtain necessary security clearances for government projects