Oracle Database Administrator

Contour Software has grown from a dozen people to over 2,000 staff across 3 cities in less than 14 years. As a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., Contour is part of a global enterprise software group with a presence in 100+ countries and a broad portfolio of market‑leading, vertical‑market enterprise solutions across more than 100 industry domains. CSI's structure provides a path for professionals to build fulfilling, long‑term careers.

What started as an R&D & Accounting back‑office has evolved into a full‑service Global Centre serving all functions and departments at divisional as well as operating group/corporate levels. Contour employees in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad serve CSI divisions worldwide, spanning time zones from Sydney to Vancouver. With Constellation's ongoing growth, we are just getting started.

Constellation Kidney Group was formed in 2018 by the combination of QMS, Infian, Clinical Computing, and Mediqal Health Informatics as part of Constellation Software, a publicly traded multinational from Toronto, Canada. The group has a long history dating back to 1976 of providing specialized software for the renal care market to improve patient outcomes and management efficiencies.

CKG is looking for an Oracle DBA who will be primarily responsible for the maintenance and performance of databases to ensure availability and optimal performance. This includes implementing a failsafe backup strategy, maintaining existing replication, and developing strategic solutions to recurring problems. The successful hire will be located and work out of the Contour Software Lahore, Karachi, or Islamabad office, as part of the resource‑center team and as an extension of the division‑based Onshore IT department.

• Installing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle database software and related tools.
• Working with developers to design and implement new database features and structures.
• Monitoring database performance, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing database settings for optimal performance.
• Developing and implementing backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability and recoverability in case of failures.
• Implementing security measures, managing user access, and ensuring compliance with security policies.
• Performing database upgrades, applying patches, and maintaining the database environment.
• Investigating and resolving database‑related issues, including performance problems and security breaches.
• Monitoring database health, performance, and security, and setting up alerts for critical issues.
• Documenting database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Planning for future database growth and capacity needs.
• Collaborating with developers to optimize database usage and performance.

• Strong understanding of Oracle database concepts, architecture, and administration.
• Proficiency in SQL and PL/SQL.
• Experience with Oracle backup and recovery tools (RMAN), DB Dumps, Oracle Always On, and Oracle Data Guard.
• Knowledge of database security best practices.
• Experience with performance monitoring and tuning tools.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Experience with Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) and Oracle GoldenGate.
• Experience with cloud‑based Oracle databases (e.g., Oracle Cloud Infrastructure).
• Knowledge of other database technologies (e.g., NoSQL databases).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Shell scripting, Python).

• Market‑leading Salary
• Medical Coverage – Self & Dependents
• Parents Medical Coverage
• Provident Fund
• Employee Performance‑based bonuses
• Home Internet Subsidy
• Conveyance Allowance
• Profit Sharing Plan [Tenured Employees Only]
• Life Benefit
• Child Care Facility
• Company Provided Lunch/Dinner
• Professional Development Budget
• Recreational area for in‑house games
• Sporadic On‑shore training opportunities
• Friendly work environment
• Leave Encashment

Disclaimer: At Contour, we attribute our success to the unique contributions of our diverse staff. We're committed to fostering a culture of respect that thrives on the varied perspectives and experiences of all individuals we recruit, employ, promote, and compensate. Since day one, we've adhered to a policy that champions a work environment honoring the worth and dignity of each person while being free from all forms of employment discrimination. In our continuous effort to promote inclusivity, we extend our commitment to individuals with special needs by providing reasonable accommodations. We actively encourage qualified individuals with special needs to apply for openings. If you require assistance in completing the application process or have inquiries regarding special facilities, please contact our HR team. Your unique talents and abilities are welcomed and valued here.