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Howmet Aerospace Senior Manager, Oracle Technologies in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Howmet Aerospace is currently in search of a Senior Manager, Oracle Technology to join the Global Information Systems Infrastructure group in Pittsburgh, PA.
The Senior Manager, Oracle Technology role is responsible for the leadership, strategic direction and architectural guidance of Howmet Aerospace’s Oracle Database and Middleware technologies. The successful candidate will have experience to operate as a thought leader in the Oracle Technology space and will participate in designing effective and strategically aligned technology solutions. The successful candidate will have the leadership skills to ensure that these solutions are effectively deployed and maintained. They will work with various levels of leadership and within established standards to successfully design, develop, and implement innovative solutions throughout Howmet Aerospace’s Oracle technical stack.
This role will oversee the daily operations of Howmet Aerospace’s Oracle Database and Middleware operations and will also be responsible for the management of incident and problem response, SLAs, patching and lifecycle management of the organization’s Oracle technical stack.
Responsibilities/Major Activities:
Work with offshore staff to ensure reliable and effective development and operational support for Howmet Aerospace’s Oracle environment
Lead proactive monitoring, tracking and reporting efforts as well as ongoing process and system improvements in the Oracle space
Responsible for ensuring that Oracle platform remains compliant with internal and external process and regulatory requirements
Management of pertinent SLAs within key metrics
Lead Sev.1 and Sev.2 problem/incident management and escalation in the Oracle space
Analyze changes to the current environment to ensure that current architecture can support the change
Analyze changes to the capacity plan to ensure that the future Oracle architecture will meet requirements
Maintain an in-depth awareness of Oracle technologies, roadmaps, and development activities. Help identify the organization’s cloud strategy and identify opportunities presented in the realm of Oracle technologies
Develop forward technical vision and strategy for the company’s Oracle platform
Create, modify, and store architectural artifacts for new projects wherever necessary for future reuse, leadership review, etc.
Lead DR testing within the Oracle space as well as maintain the capability to devise new DR procedures where necessary
Collaborate with our central software team for Oracle License management
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience designing and leading the deployment of multi-tiered technology solutions that align with requirements and strategic direction
Experience with design and architecture review
Experience with the software development lifecycle
Experience with IT governance and change management
Large project management experience and demonstrated understanding of project management processes, methodologies, and techniques
Experience with Office suite, especially Excel, pivot tables, etc.
Leadership experience, either managing technology related projects or managing small teams
Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintain solid relationships with internal and external customers, vendors, and other IT professionals
Excellent communication skills with the ability to drive consensus and absorb and present complex ideas in a succinct and accurate manner
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Self-motivated, problem solving oriented with keen attention to detail and excellent judgment skills
Basic Qualifications:
High school diploma with a minimum of 8 years of IT experience
Minimum 5 years’ experience in more than one of the following Oracle Technologies: Oracle Database, Web Logic, Fusion Middleware
Experience working within the Linux Operating System
SQL experience
Familiarity with Oracle E-business suite
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of Hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate's OR Bachelor’s degree in information sciences, information technology, or computer science
Familiarity with RMAN
Shell scripting experience
Knowledge of Windows Server environments
Knowledge of data center and infrastructure environment
Familiarity with Commvault
Familiarity with Data Guard
Database/Server consolidation experience
Working knowledge of ITIL
Salary Range: $130k - $155k/year approximation (actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, and/or location).
About Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report.
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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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