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Last update 14.02.2025
In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.
The position at a glance
The principle objective of this assignment is to provide Oracle Database Administration in fast-paced financial environment.
In detail
• Provide 24/7/365 primary systems dba support of all Oracle rac & standalone databases and related systems on Linux, Solaris x64, and AIX
• Support business and infrastructure changes on-call after business hours and weekends on a rotation basis for Oracle
• Support database hotline 7:30am – 6:30pm Monday – Friday on a rotation basis
• Comply with database security baselines and remediate vulnerabilities
• Plan and migrate EOL databases, patch databases required by Patching Committee
• Complete IV2 database migration
• Support IV2 databases with automation, patching and various requirements from APS
• Lead database development, tuning and optimization expertise to application development and support teams on an ah-hoc or continual basis.
• Contribute towards Architecture, Engineering of Db solutions. Develop, Document and Deploy Standards and Procedures to comply with Audit, Configuration, Industry and Security baselines.
• Proactively monitor all database systems utilizing vendor supplied and BNP Paribas standard tools.
• Maintain complete inventory, config and documentation of deployed systems.
• Engineer high availability Database Systems based on Oracle and SQL Server.
• Remediate database security baselines, policies, standard procedures and best practices.
• Work within the project management framework defined for IT Production North America.
• Cross train members of the Database team in all responsibilities and maintain a daily and weekly rotation schedule for these.
• Liaise with application and business clients to gather requirements, design and deploy standard systems which clearly differentiate between production, development, UAT, and DR.
• Identify operational and infrastructure risks within the environment and work with the application development team and business to make corrections and mitigate risks.
• Ensure that all systems are backed up and monitored according to the business requirements and notify the data owners when there are failures.
• Ensure optimal resilience of deployed systems and meet all disaster recovery and compliance requirements dictated by the business.
• Liaise with UNIX/Storage/Network Engineers in troubleshooting issues.
• Maintain top-notch technical skills and business knowledge through proactive self-learning in addition to any formal instructor-led training provided by BNP Paribas.
• Interface with external vendors in troubleshooting complex, cross-platform issues.
• Provide comprehensive cross-training for engineers and support personnel on front-line database client troubleshooting and support.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related area preferred
- Seven years+ Oracle experience
- Expert knowledge of Oracle database concepts, development and administration with Five years+ as Oracle DBA in a production environment.
- Oracle Development and/or Application DBA experience, strong Sql, T-Sql, RDMS knowledge. Well – rounded system dba and application dba skills a must.
- Expertise in Oracle ASM, RAC, CRS, RMAN, Dataguard, and replication administration and troubleshooting
- Must have extensive and proven troubleshooting, recovery, db and app optimization & administration experience in large and mission critical enterprise environments (50+ managed servers).
- Strong Unix, Windows experience (sysadmin/power-user level reqd.), Programming & Shell scripting skills, Perl.
- Financial Industry experience a must
- Ability to interface with users at all levels of the organization and good end-user support skills.
- Must be well-organized, responsible, work effectively as a technical lead in a project management framework, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and able to multitask in a dynamic trading environment
- Ability to perform 7 x 24 hour support on a rotation basis and wear a pager and/or blackberry device.
- Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
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What you need to know
- We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
- BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
- You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
- If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments
- At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.
- BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).
- To learn more about our DE&I commitments, click here
About us
BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.
BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.
Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.
With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.
Our certifications and partnerships
- Montreal’s Top Employers 2024
- Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2024
- Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
- Pride at Work Canada
- Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
- Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
- Synclusiv
- Ready, Willing and Able
- Autisme sans Limites
- LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
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*** While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted***
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