Cloud Operations Engineer

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Cloud
Entry-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Cloud Operations Engineer

Oracle is seeking a Cloud Operations Engineer to join their HeatWave service team, responsible for the massively parallel, high-performance, in-memory query accelerator. This role combines operational excellence with software engineering to maintain and improve one of Oracle's cutting-edge cloud services. The position offers an opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies while ensuring service reliability and customer satisfaction.

As a Cloud Operations Engineer, you'll be responsible for troubleshooting production issues, handling service upgrades, and driving continuous improvement through automation and process enhancement. The role requires a blend of operational expertise and development skills, working with technologies like AWS, MySQL, Python, and Linux. You'll be part of a team that manages HeatWave - a service that's 6.5X faster than Amazon Redshift at half the cost and 7X faster than Snowflake at one-fifth the cost.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in cloud technologies, database concepts, and system administration, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges. This role offers excellent growth opportunities in cloud operations and development, working with one of the world's leading technology companies. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and customer success, while having the chance to impact critical business operations worldwide.

The position includes opportunities for professional development, competitive benefits, and the chance to work with cutting-edge cloud technology. You'll be joining a supportive team environment that promotes work-life balance and offers comprehensive healthcare, retirement, and other benefits. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about cloud technology, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to make a significant impact in the cloud computing industry.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Cloud Operations Engineer

  • Improve monitoring, notifications, configuration of Heatwave services
  • Perform proactive service checks and monitor/triage system alerts
  • Troubleshoot service impacting events
  • Participate in service upgrades and patching
  • Implement automation opportunities
  • Coordinate and document critical incidents
  • Provide feedback to development teams
  • Participate in service capacity planning
  • Support Heatwave on AWS cloud service
  • Participate in 24x7 Operations team rotations

Requirements For Cloud Operations Engineer

Python
Linux
MySQL
  • BS/BE or MS/Mtech in Computer Science or related field
  • 2+ years experience with large scale distributed systems
  • Experience with Python programming and bash scripting
  • Basic Linux system administration knowledge
  • Familiarity with MySQL database and SQL
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good technical writing and communication skills
  • Experience with Agile methodology
  • AWS services knowledge preferred
  • Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams

Benefits For Cloud Operations Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • Competitive benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement options
  • Volunteer programs

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