RAVI GANESH TR
Oman
Summary
Oracle Apps DBA with over 14 years of experience managing Oracle E-Business Suite and databases from 10g to 19c / R12.1 & R12.2. Expertise in optimizing performance and availability while leading global DBA teams for critical deployments in OCI and on-premises settings. Proven ability to deliver cost-effective, compliant, and high-performance database solutions that align with business goals. Skilled in installations, upgrades, patching, cloning, performance tuning, and high-availability configurations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Oracle Apps DBA
Bahwan Cybertek LLC
, Oman
2020.09 - 2026.04
- Upgraded Oracle EBS from R12.2 to R12.2.12 and Oracle DB from 12c to 19c (RAC).
- Created PDB for optimized resource allocation.
- Implemented RMAN backup/recovery strategies; performed full-stack Rapid Cloning and environment refreshes.
- Tuned performance across DB and application tiers by managed concurrent managers.
- Imported schemas (HRMSADM, HRMSMOBILE, PROC360) using Data Pump. Supported key modules: HRMS, LCM, Procure360, Nomcat, MOC, DMS, LIMS.
- Configured secure DMZ access for external connectivity.
- Supported key modules: HRMS, LCM, Procure360, Nomcat, MOC, DMS, LIMS.
- Worked closely with software developers to optimize application performance through well-structured databases.
- Collaborated closely with IT team members to deliver integrated solutions across the organization.
- Coordinated effectively with vendors for procurement of hardware and software necessary for Database & Application infrastructure enhancement.
- Developed comprehensive documentation, enhancing clarity in database management processes.
- Ensured database integrity by enforcing data standards and guidelines.
- Streamlined data migration processes, resulting in smooth transitions during upgrades.
- Performed regular audits on the database and application systems, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Managed and monitored system backup & RMAN Backup procedures for enhanced data security.
- Provided training sessions to junior staff, fostering a culture of learning within the team.
- Delivered prompt troubleshooting services during incidents of system.
- Collect and analyses data, providing recommendations to help improve database performance.
- Provisioned and managed RAC database instances, setting up replication and high availability.
- Monitored alert log, memory, disk I/O and CPU usage as part of DBA daily activities.
- Architected new EDB Boxes for Dev/Test/Pre-Prod for project-specific requirements. Proactive monitoring with custom Health Check scripts.
- Managed tablespace and datafile expansions, addressed space and performance alerts.
- Prepared RCA (Root Cause Analysis) reports for incidents.
Senior Oracle Apps DBA
Sify Technologies Ltd
, India
2017.09 - 2020.07
- Successfully implemented multi-node Oracle EBS R12.2.7 with Oracle 12cR1 database, delivering a robust and scalable ERP environment.
- Built Dev/Test environments by restoring from Gold Backup, ensuring consistency with production data.
- Installed Oracle HRMS module and enabled NLS language support, ensuring multi-language accessibility and compliance.
- Designed and scheduled RMAN backups with cron jobs, improving backup consistency and disaster recovery readiness.
- Performed RMAN-based cloning to provision Test and Dev environments, ensuring consistency with production data.
- Applied ADOP patches in Oracle EBS R12.2, ensuring minimal downtime and system stability.
- Implemented physical standby database and provisioned EXADATA environment for Dev, ensuring high availability and reliable testing.
- Configured Enterprise Manager for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) databases.
- Executed CPU, WebLogic, Coherence, ADR, one-off, and ADF bundle patches for Oracle EBS environments.
- Conducted regular updates and patches on systems, maintaining optimum functionality at all times.
- Delivered prompt troubleshooting services during incidents of system downtime or failures, minimising disruption to operations.
- Coordinated effectively with vendors for procurement of hardware and software necessary for database infrastructure enhancement.
- Managed and monitored system backup procedures for enhanced data security.
- Worked closely with software developers to optimise application performance through well-structured databases.
- Monitored alert log, memory, disk I/O and CPU usage as part of DBA daily activities.
- Applied security patches, considering implications to application and infrastructure.
Senior Oracle Apps DBA
Circular Edge Solutions
, USA
2016.03 - 2017.05
- Managed Oracle EBS R12.2 single-node environment: applied patches (ADOP), performed database and application tier cloning, and managed RMAN backup and recovery operations.
- Integrated Oracle Demantra with Oracle EBS and provided support for concurrent processing.
- Implemented OS audit trail across database and application tiers, including Oracle Forms, ensuring enhanced traceability and compliance.
- Designed and maintained automated daily DB refresh workflows using Oracle Data Pump (expdp/impdp) triggered by cron jobs.
- Designed and configured RMAN-to-tape backup solutions, improving data protection and disaster recovery readiness.
- Successfully led production cutovers and ensured smooth post-upgrade support, minimizing downtime and issues.
- Conducted DBA training for Oracle EBS (database and application tiers), focusing on cloning, RMAN backup/recovery, and patching (ADOP).
- Worked closely with Finance to support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring optimal performance of Oracle EBS database and application instances.
Oracle Apps DBA
Bahwan Cybertek Pvt. Ltd
, India & Oman
2013.03 - 2015.12
- Maintained PROD, TEST, and DEV environments, applying database and application patches to enhance system reliability and uptime.
- Performed database and application tier cloning using RMAN and Rapid Clone, ensuring consistency with production.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation for patching, cloning, and database activities, including Patch Registers and Clone Trackers.
- Utilized Oracle AD utilities extensively for patching, cloning, and system maintenance in EBS environments.
- Managed database user credentials and implemented RMAN backup procedures to ensure data security and recoverability.
- Performed database upgrade from Oracle 11.2.0.4 to 12.1.0.2, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Skilled in UNIX shell scripting and performing troubleshooting for database and application issues.
Oracle Apps DBA
Union Cement Company
, Dubai
2013.03 - 2014.01
- Managed end-to-end Oracle EBS 12c with R12.1.3 lifecycle, executing patching, cloning environments, and tuning database and application performance.
- Managed and monitored system backup procedures for enhanced data security.
- Developed comprehensive documentation, enhancing clarity in database management processes.
- Developed backup strategies using incremental and cumulative backup methods.
Oracle Apps DBA
Cloudsys Prosoftware Solutions
, India
2011.01 - 2013.03
- Monitored EBS Suite 12c/R12.1.3 environments using custom scripts, improving issue detection and system reliability.
- Applied critical patches and performed environment cloning using RMAN and Rapid Clone, ensuring system consistency and minimal downtime.
- Oversaw user credential management, maintained critical documentation, and troubleshot issues, improving system reliability and compliance.
- Developed comprehensive documentation, enhancing clarity in database management processes.
- Created and managed database storage structures, schemas, and user objects to support application requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Computer Science & Engineering
Christian College of Engineering & Technology
Oddanchatram 2005.05 - 2009.07
Skills
- Operating Systems: RHEL 5/6/7/8, Sun Solaris 10 (SPARC), HP-UX
- Databases: Oracle 10g, 11g, 12c, 19c
- High Availability: RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, RAC ↔ RAC/Non-RAC Cloning
- Oracle Applications: EBS 11i, R1213, R122 (up to 12212)
- Tools & Utilities: SQL
- PLUS, OEM, GRID CONTROL, SRVCTL, RMAN, DATAGUARD, FSFO, AWR, DATAPUMP, ADPATCH, ADOP, ADADMIN, ADCTRL, ADSPLICE, CPADMIN, FNDLOAD, FNDPASS
- AD utilities (adpatch, adop, autoconfig), Rapid Clone, OBIA, SQL Developer
- Modules Supported: HRMS, Shipping, LCM, Demantra, Procure360, MOC, Nomcat, DMS, LIMS
- Middleware: WebLogic
Certification
- Oracle Certified DBA
Languages
English
Beginner
Timeline
Senior Oracle Apps DBA
Bahwan Cybertek LLC
2020.09 - 2026.04
Senior Oracle Apps DBA
Sify Technologies Ltd
2017.09 - 2020.07
Senior Oracle Apps DBA
Circular Edge Solutions
2016.03 - 2017.05
Oracle Apps DBA
Bahwan Cybertek Pvt. Ltd
2013.03 - 2015.12
Oracle Apps DBA
Union Cement Company
2013.03 - 2014.01
Oracle Apps DBA
Cloudsys Prosoftware Solutions
2011.01 - 2013.03
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Computer Science & Engineering
Christian College of Engineering & Technology
2005.05 - 2009.07