Cloud Database Delivery Engineer

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

We are responsible for building and delivering cloud-based banking environments that are fully operationally ready, ensuring a seamless transition to Run teams and long-term stability of Avaloq platforms.

We are looking for a Cloud Database Delivery Engineer to join our collaborative Cloud & Infrastructure Delivery Unit (APAC & UK). In this role, you will implement, configure, and deliver database platforms for cloud-based environments, working closely with architecture and automation teams to transform approved designs into fully deployed, integrated, and production-ready solutions within defined project timelines.

Database Platform Implementation & Delivery

• Build and deliver Oracle database environments on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Implement database infrastructure using Avaloq Environment Modeling (EM), leveraging Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Execute end-to-end database provisioning, configuration, and setup across development, test, and production environments
• Configure database instances, storage, and integration with platform components
• Ensure environments are delivered in a consistent, automated, and repeatable manner aligned with Avaloq standards
• Deliver production-ready database platforms prepared for handover to Run/Operations teams

Database Configuration, Migration & Integration

• Install, configure, and deploy Oracle databases on Linux/Unix platforms
• Configure backup, recovery, and high availability mechanisms (e.g. RMAN, Data Guard)
• Execute database upgrades, migrations, and transformation activities within project timelines
• Perform data migration, validation, and environment cutover activities
• Ensure database configurations comply with security, performance, and operational standards
• Support integration of databases with middleware and application layers

Operational Readiness & Transition

• Validate delivered database environments against operational, security, and compliance requirements
• Implement monitoring, alerting, backup, and recovery configurations
• Support performance validation and readiness testing prior to go-live
• Prepare and deliver handover documentation to Run/Operations teams
• Support go-live and stabilization phases

Project Delivery Execution

• Execute delivery tasks in line with project scope, timelines, and quality expectations
• Work closely with architecture, automation, and project management teams
• Identify and resolve delivery blockers and technical dependencies
• Provide accurate progress tracking, effort estimates, and status updates

• Degree in Computer Science or IT, or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of Oracle DBA experience in enterprise environments
• Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or other cloud platforms
• Strong experience installing and configuring Oracle databases on Linux/Unix
• Experience with backup and recovery (RMAN) and high availability solutions (Data Guard)
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Git)
• Scripting experience (e.g. Shell, Python, or similar) for automation and operational tasks
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

What You Bring

• Strong hands-on delivery mindset with focus on execution and results
• Experience delivering database platforms in project environments
• Strong collaboration skills across multiple domains and regions
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple delivery activities
• Strong willingness to learn new technologies and continuously enhance technical expertise
• Excellent communication skills
• Very good English skills

We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices.

In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.

We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way.

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.