About Synchrony :

On July 31, Synchrony Financial reached its goal of an Initial Public Offering (IPO) and was listed on the NY Stock Exchange under the symbol SYF. It was previously known as GE Capital Retail Finance. Synchrony Financial brings 80 years of experience and financial leadership under one new brand. We offer private label credit cards, promotional financing and installment lending and FDIC-insured savings products.

We've built relationships with national and regional retailers, healthcare providers, manufacturers and more. We serve hundreds of thousands of client locations across the United States and Canada. Our financial expertise spans key product areas, including electronics and appliances, home furnishings, automotive, power products and sports, jewelry and luxury, retail and healthcare.

We are committed to being an employer of choice, offering competitive rewards, compensation and benefits. When you join our team, you become part of a stimulating work environment with vast opportunities to sharpen your skills and embrace new leadership challenges. Please note that candidates for this role will not be eligible for transfers internally to other GE businesses

Role Summary :

- Architecture, Build and Support of Synchrony Financials Oracle and SQL Server database infrastructure and contributing to the infrastructure services strategy

- Ensuring Oracle and SQL Server database environment strategies are in-line with business objectives and goals

- Provide proactive consultancy and definition of requirements to other IT teams ensuring projects are aligned with the database strategy and will meet defined service levels

- Adherence to all aspects of the SDLC process and procedures for all projects led or participated in

- Optimize the use of existing resources while delivering a reliable, flexible and cost effective solutions

- Proactively recommend improvements that continuously increase the stability of environment and protection of our data

Essential Responsibilities :

- Set architectural strategy and standards for Synchrony's Oracle and SQL Server database solutions across all data centers and business center sites.

- Provide leadership to contractors in delivery of Oracle and SQL Server database infrastructure, processes and documentation.

- Set requirements and partner with other IT teams in delivering database design that meets business requirements and service levels.

- Responsible for database lifecycle management strategy from architecture/design & implementation to operational readiness (accurate & complete CMDB, SOP- s, run-books) to end of service life.

- Subject matter expert in regards to data protection and high availability design for Oracle and SQL Server infrastructure.

- Responsible for regulatory deliverables including audit and Sarbanes Oxley.

- Assist in driving operational excellence throughout all Synchrony Financials systems and processes

- Development & maintenance of Oracle and SQL Server database environments including roadmap, service catalog and architectural documentation ensuring materials are kept complete and current

- Provide leadership & support for resolution of Oracle and SQL Server database incidents

- Oversight of Oracle and SQL Server database infrastructure ensuring they continue to operate as designed

Qualifications/Requirements :

- Overall experience 10 to 15 years- experience 5-7 years of experience in a database leadership role

- IT experience spanning a broad range of technologies including Microsoft window architecture, SQL Server database, clustering, Oracle database, RMAN, OEM, Autosys, data protection strategy, database provisioning, encryption and high availability infrastructure

- 5 -7 years of experience with Oracle and SQL Server database configurations in a mission critical environment

- Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support in an L3 capacity

- Experience with applications running in Windows and Unix environments

- Excellent organizational, problem solving, communication, prioritization and facilitation skills

- Must be a self-starter and able to multi-task

- Ability to work with IT application teams and understand requirements for databases

- Track record of timely delivery

- Off-hours work and some travel will be required

Desired Qualifications :

- ITIL certified

- Converged infrastructure experience

- Certification in project management

- Change agent with ability to drive compliance, protocols, & standardization

- Strong business acumen & successful track record in aligning with other IT teams

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