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RAVI GANESH TR

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
RAVI GANESH TR