Job Description

As a database administrator, you will be responsible for building and maintaining database systems and ensuring data security in our firm. Your role will also entail troubleshooting issues in our database management software and providing quick resolution.

You'll be required to work individually as well as collaborate with developers, system admins and end-users to maintain databases. Thus, your ability to communicate fluently in one or more database management languages will be vital for project-related analyses.

Objectives of this role:

Design, install, configure and maintain database systems, including monitoring, tuning and troubleshooting issues.

Provide a seamless flow of information by keeping the database running smoothly. ? Ensure data security and integrity, including implementation of access controls, backups and recovery plans.

Execute disaster recovery plans and procedures to ensure database availability during system outages or dysfunction.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for data elements and tables in the company.

Identify and implement database requirements for new or existing applications by working collaboratively with other teams.

Optimize database performance and efficiency by evaluating and recommending new database technologies.

Support users and developers by resolving data-related technical issues and troubleshooting queries by guiding them with best practices.

Execute regular database maintenance tasks, including database defragmentation, backups, and database replication.

Required skills and qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.

2-3 years of experience in database administration or in a similar role.

Experience in database backup, disaster recovery planning, performance optimization and data security.

Knowledge of database management systems such as MySQL and Oracle.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to provide quick solutions to issues.

Outstanding communication and collaboration skills to work in a team environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Paid sick time Provident Fund
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person