Data Center Architect

Overview

USD 96,800.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

High Availability
Scalability
Integrated Circuit
Internal Communications
IC
Infrastructure Architecture
Storage
Network Design
Capacity Management
Forecasting
LAN
Network Security
Kernel-based Virtual Machine
Access Control
Regulatory Compliance
System On A Chip
ISO/IEC 27001:2005
HIPAA
PCI DSS
Risk Assessment
Penetration Testing
Cyber Security
Network
Physical Security
Leadership
Collaboration
Mentorship
Data Center Migration
Computer Science
Information Technology
Network Administration
Management
Server Hardware
Dell
HP
Cisco UCS
Enterprise Storage
Computer Networking
TCP/IP
Border Gateway Protocol
OSPF
VLAN
MPLS
SD
WAN
Firewall
Palo Alto
Cisco PIX
ASA
Fortinet
Virtual Private Network
Virtualization
VMware
Hyper-V
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud
Scripting
Python
Bash
Windows PowerShell
Terraform
Ansible
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Analytical Skill
Disaster Recovery
Backup
Business Continuity Planning
Cisco Certifications
VCP
Amazon Web Services
Docker
Kubernetes
Microservices
Artificial Intelligence
Predictive Analytics
ITIL
DevOps
Agile
Data Centers
Customer Facing
Recruiting
Health Care
Taxes
Financial Planning
Legal
Insurance
Cloud Computing
Value Engineering
Innovation
Life Insurance
Accessibility
Oracle
Law

Job Details

Job Description

Oracle MultiCloud Engineering is seeking a Datacenter Architect to design, implement, and manage our mission-critical data center infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise in server hardware, networking, virtualization, cloud integrations, and security to ensure high availability, scalability, and optimal performance. The ideal candidate will lead complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in data center operations.

Career Level - IC5

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
  • Datacenter Infrastructure Design & Management:
    • Architect and implement highly available and scalable data center solutions.
    • Manage server, storage, and network infrastructure across multiple data center locations.
    • Optimize power, cooling, and space utilization for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
    • Lead capacity planning efforts and forecast future resource needs.
  • Networking & Virtualization:
    • Design and maintain LAN, WAN, SDN, and cloud connectivity for seamless operations.
    • Manage and troubleshoot firewalls, load balancers, VLANs, and network security appliances.
    • Oversee virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM) and cloud integration (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
  • Security & Compliance:
    • Enforce strict security protocols, access controls, and compliance (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS).
    • Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing to safeguard infrastructure.
    • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to harden network and physical security.
  • Leadership & Collaboration:
    • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior data center engineers.
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams (IT, DevOps, Security, Cloud, Facilities) to align business goals.
    • Lead datacenter migration, expansion, and consolidation projects.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 15+ years of experience in data center engineering, network administration, or infrastructure management.
  • Expertise in server hardware (Dell, HP, Cisco UCS) and enterprise storage solutions (SAN, NAS, NVMe).
  • Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, MPLS, SD-WAN).
  • Hands-on experience with firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet), load balancers, and VPNs.
  • Deep experience with virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) and hybrid cloud (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
  • Proficiency in automation/scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible).
  • Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
  • Experience with disaster recovery, backup solutions, and business continuity planning.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Industry certifications include CCNP, CCIE, VCP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, and DCCA.
  • Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices.
  • Knowledge of AI-driven monitoring tools and predictive analytics for data center operations.
  • Familiarity with ITIL framework, DevOps methodologies, and Agile environments.

Work Environment & Schedule:
  • On-site role with occasional travel to remote data centers.

Qualifications

Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $96,800 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
2. Short term disability and long term disability
3. Life insurance and AD&D
4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
9. 11 paid holidays
10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
11. Paid parental leave
12. Adoption assistance
13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan
14. Financial planning and group legal
15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

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