We are seeking a highly skilled and self-driven Oracle Database Solutions Architect to join our team. This execution-focused role is critical for designing, validating, and documenting innovative Oracle solutions that align with our organizational and go-to-market strategies. You will work closely with leadership while independently driving solution delivery—from initial concept to final documentation—across a variety of environments. Leveraging Pure’s platform, you will address real-world database challenges for customers, partners, and internal teams.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Oracle Database Solutions Development: Participate in the definition and execution of the solutions roadmap by executing on the design, development, validation and delivery of Oracle Database solutions.
• Develop Technical Collateral: Create technical documentation, including reference architectures, best practices, white papers, and solution briefs, to effectively communicate the value of Pure Storage solutions for Oracle workloads to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Lab Validation and Demonstration: Build, validate, and document Oracle database solutions using Pure Storage technologies in a lab environment.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Present solutions to customers, partners, and internal teams, translating technical details into business value and actionable insights.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, product management, and marketing teams to align solutions with go-to-market strategies and customer objectives.
• Technical Marketing Support: Collaborate with marketing teams to develop and refine messaging, presentations, and technical content that highlight the business value and differentiators of Pure Storage solutions.
• Professional Documentation: Plan, outline, and publish professional technical documents on schedule, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Customer-Focused Solutions: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand real-world database challenges and deliver practical, impactful solutions.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work collaboratively within a team and cross-functionally to achieve common goals and drive innovation.
• Effective Communication: Communicate in a clear, concise, and professional manner, tailored to appropriate audiences.
• Manage Multiple Priorities: Manage multiple priorities and tasks in a dynamic work environment, ensuring timely and effective delivery of projects.

Primary Skills:

• Oracle Database and Ecosystem Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Oracle Database, including RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and performance tuning.
• Storage Proficiency: An understanding of block, file, and object storage protocols (e.g., FC, iSCSI, NFS, SMB, S3) and their application in Oracle environments.
• Platform Knowledge: Expertise in platforms where databases reside, including public cloud (AWS, Azure, OCI, GCP), virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and operating systems (Linux, Windows, Solaris).
• Solution Architecture: Ability to design, document, and validate comprehensive database solutions that address technical and business needs.
• Backup and Recovery Expertise: Proficiency in Oracle backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions.
• Technical Marketing Skills: Ability to collaborate with marketing teams to create impactful content, presentations, and messaging that highlight technical capabilities and customer value.
• Performance Optimization: Proficiency in SQL tuning, AWR/ASH reports, and database performance optimization techniques.

Supporting Skills:

• Cross-Platform Awareness: Familiarity with other database systems (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and how they integrate into broader architectures.
• Operating Systems Knowledge: Proficiency in Linux and Solaris administration.
• Scripting and Automation: Skills in Shell scripting, Python, or similar languages for automation and proof-of-concept development.
• Diagnostic Skills: Strong troubleshooting capabilities for database and OS performance issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in database architecture, Oracle database solutions, and related technologies.
• Proven ability to execute strategies and deliver high-quality solutions aligned with organizational goals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering practical and impactful solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to both technical and executive audiences.
• Demonstrated adaptability to learn new technologies and respond to evolving organizational needs.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced setting with minimal supervision.

We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Prague office in compliance with Pure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.