JOB DESCRIPTION
A global transport and logistics company that provides and manages supply chain solutions is looking for a Database Administrator.
Job Responsibilities:
- Build database systems of high availability and quality depending on application design
- Design and implement database in accordance to end users information
- Define, manage and optimize database access (user/security maintenance)
- Implement backup configuration standards
- Establish a disaster recovery protocol
- Minimize database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses
- Determine, enforce and document database policies, procedures and standards
- Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity
- Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required
- Provide end-to-end technical support and problem resolution
Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong command of administration and support of MSSQL, Oracle and any of open source databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL or MySQL) is an added advantage
- Advanced knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standards
- PowerShell and Unix shell scripting skills is an advantage
- Having experience with service management tools (Cherwell or Remedy etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Impeccable attention to detail
- Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills
- Highly organized and responsible
- Capable of working under pressure
- Up to date with trends and developments in database administration
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
- 3 + years of experience in database administration and IT Support
- Experience with Linux and Windows Server environments
- Extensive experience with database technologies MS SQL, Oracle and Open source databases (MongoDB or PostgreSQL or MySQL) along with certification is a plus
- Experience with cloud services and DevOps tools is a plus
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor's/College Degree
Field of study
Computer Science/Information Technology
Specialization
IT - Network/Sys/DB Admin