Oracle Database Administrator

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

At Kyndryl Italia Innovation Services, our Database Administration team plays a critical role in maintaining the technological foundation of our operations. As a Database Administrator, you'll be at the heart of this function—designing, managing, and securing the databases that power our business.

Your Role & Responsibilities

You will be responsible for defining and documenting the structure of our database systems to support long-term business success. Your expertise will guide the configuration, installation, and maintenance of database management systems (DBMS), ensuring optimal performance, reliability and possible evolution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Database Management: Install, configure, and maintain DBMS across multiple environments to ensure high availability and performance
• Security & Access Control: Manage user access and implement stringent security protocols to safeguard sensitive data
• Disaster Recovery: Design and maintain comprehensive backup and recovery strategies to mitigate risk and ensure data integrity in case of system failure
• Support & Troubleshooting: Provide expert-level support to end users and application developers, diagnosing and resolving complex database-related issues
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and fine-tune systems for optimal efficiency, applying proactive solutions to minimize downtime and maximize throughput
• Capacity Planning: Conduct usage analysis and growth forecasting to ensure scalability in line with business needs
• Policy Implementation: Develop and enforce standards, procedures, and best practices for database management and data protection
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to align database initiatives with broader organizational objectives
• Continuous Improvement: Propose and implement improvements to increase system resilience, reliability, and performance

Your Growth Path at Kyndryl Italia Innovation Services

At Kyndryl, every role is a stepping stone to greater opportunities. From Junior Administrator to Database Architect, we provide a clear and supported growth path. Our industry-leading training programs offer:

• Hands-on experience with real-world systems
• Certifications across major platforms (Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, Oracle)
• Exposure to diverse industries, from finance to retail, enables you to specialize or broaden your technical expertise

Join us and shape the backbone of tomorrow’s digital infrastructure—where your skills, ideas, and initiative directly impact global innovation.

Who You Are

Required Technical and Professional Expertise:

· Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in Oracle database administration, including performance tuning, backup strategies, and security configuration

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience:

· Proficient in Microsoft Windows Server implementation, configuration, and ongoing management

· Experience in IT automation, particularly with Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) platforms and tools

· Working knowledge of MS SQL and MySQL, PostgreSQL and MongoDB, including installation, maintenance, and query optimization

· Familiarity with Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) in on-premises environments, along with integration and administration of Microsoft Active Directory (AD) and/or Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)

The position will be governed by the Italian National Collective Bargaining Agreement for Employees of the Metalworking Industry (Contratto Collettivo Nazionale di Lavoro per i dipendenti dell’Industria Metalmeccanica e della Installazione di Impianti), with classification as Impiegato.

The employment contract may be offered as a permanent employment contract (contratto a tempo indeterminato).

The starting salary for this position in Kyndryl Italia Innovation Services is € 39.520,00 based on a full-time schedule at the time of posting. 

Your final compensation offer may vary depending on several factors such as, geographical tier, job-related skills, education and experience that selected candidates bring to the team. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately.

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Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose.  We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

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