Senior Oracle Platform Architect (part-time consulting)

N-iX is looking for an Oracle Platform Architect to join a strategic initiative focused on evaluating whether the Service Provider (SP) model can be supported within the Oracle ecosystem — without automatically extending the current PAH licensing footprint. This role requires deep expertise in Oracle enterprise architecture and cloud deployment models to assess Oracle-native strategic and architectural options. The architect will lead an assessment of Oracle-based alternatives and deployment scenarios, with a focus on licensing, operations, and architectural constraints. The goal is to determine whether the SP model can be supported efficiently within Oracle while minimizing footprint expansion. Key Questions to Address - OCI-based alternatives - Oracle cloud deployment models - Oracle service-provider scenarios - Dedicated Oracle environments - Smaller Oracle footprints - Oracle-to-Oracle integration patterns - Data separation strategies - Implications for licensing, operations, HA/DR and support Required Expertise - Oracle Enterprise Architecture - OCI database services - Oracle cloud deployment models - Oracle HA/DR architectures - Data Guard / replication - Large-scale Oracle environments - Multi-instance and multi-database architectures - Oracle platform modernization Expected Deliverables / Outcomes - Assess Oracle-based options - Determine whether Oracle footprint can be reduced or isolated - Evaluate Oracle deployment alternatives - Identify architectural constraints and risks - The role is offered on a part-time consulting basis, with a flexible level of involvement depending on the project scope and client needs. We offer*: - Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible - A competitive salary and good compensation package - Personalized career growth - Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more) - Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing - Education reimbursement - Memorable anniversary presents - Corporate events and team buildings - Other location-specific benefits *not applicable for freelancers