Database Administrator

Job Description

Company Introduction

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Installation and maintenance of the performance of database servers;
• Development of processes for optimizing database security;
• Setting and maintaining database standards;
• Management of database access;
• Performance tuning of database systems;
• Installation, upgrade, and management of database applications;
• Diagnosis and troubleshooting of database errors;
• Recommendation and implementation of emerging database technologies;
• Creation and management of database reports, visualizations, and dashboards;
• Creating automation for repeating database tasks;
• Writing clear and precise technical documentation;
• Keeping abreast with latest developments within your segment.

Experience

• A tertiary qualification in Computer Science or a relevant field;
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in database administration and architecture;
• Strong command of SQL and SQL server tools;
• Understanding of relational and dimensional data modelling;
• PowerShell and Unix shell scripting skills;
• Experience with Linux and Windows Server environments;
• Extensive experience with database technologies (MS SQL, Oracle and MySQL);
• Excellent knowledge of both Oracle and Ms SQL backup and recovery scenarios.

Personal Skills

• Must be an excellent team player and responds well to constructive feedback;
• Fluent use of the English language, both written and spoken;
• Availability for on-call support as needed.