Database Administrator

Level 3 BOS; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 781,200 - 1,339,200; Full time

Job summary

Level 3 BOS in Karachi, Pakistan is seeking a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize databases. Responsibilities include installing and configuring MS SQL Server, ensuring performance, and troubleshooting issues.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and 3–5 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of cloud databases and strong problem-solving skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Database Administrator or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of MS SQL Server.
• Familiarity with database monitoring tools and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python).

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain MS SQL Server database management systems.
• Monitor database performance and implement improvements.
• Perform regular database backups and recovery planning.
• Ensure database security and data integrity.

Skills

MS SQL Server

Database security management

Performance tuning

Database backup and recovery

Analytical problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cloud databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL)

Database monitoring tools

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize our organization's databases. The ideal candidate will ensure database performance, security, availability, and integrity while supporting business operations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain MS SQL Server database management systems (DBMS).
• Monitor database performance and implement improvements for efficiency and reliability.
• Perform regular database backups, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Ensure database security, access controls, and data integrity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, performance bottlenecks, and outages.
• Design and implement database structures, schemas, and data models.
• Manage database upgrades, patches, and migrations.
• Work closely with development and IT teams to optimize queries and database usage.
• Maintain documentation of database configurations, procedures, and policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Database Administrator or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of MS SQL Server.
• Experience with database backup, recovery, performance tuning, and security management.
• Familiarity with database monitoring tools and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or Bash) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cloud databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of data replication, clustering, and high availability solutions.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle DBA, Microsoft SQL Server Certification) are an advantage.