Database Engineer II

Capitec Bank Ltd.; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the banking sector is seeking an experienced Database Engineer to oversee their PostgreSQL databases hosted on AWS. The successful candidate will engage in various responsibilities such as database design, performance monitoring, and mentoring junior team members, playing a key role in database innovation and support. Strong analytical skills and a solid background in PostgreSQL and MySQL are essential for this fast-paced role in Stellenbosch.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in database administration and design, with a focus on PostgreSQL.
• More than 2 years in performance monitoring and analysis.
• Experience managing PostgreSQL databases on AWS for at least 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Investigating, implementing, maintaining, and supporting PostgreSQL databases.
• Engaging in research and development activities.
• Contributing to business continuity planning alongside system engineers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Project management

AWS management

Education

Grade 12 National Certificate

Job description

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We appoint energized and motivated people for their potentialandcontinuously look fortalented, driven individualstohelp usinnovate and evolve.That is why we focus on finding the right people for the right jobs. We love what we do because we focus on making a positive difference for our clients and employees. Our company DNA is built around talented and committed teams dedicated to build a brand that we are proud of and earns the trust of our clients.

Who We Are

We are a bank, but we’re much more than that.We believe that banking is about enabling peopleto control their financial lives through banking that is simplified, accessible, affordable and delivered through personal experience. By helping our clients manage their financial lives better, we enable them to live better.

Why Choose Us

At Capitec, we offer our best by living up to our CEO values in every situation – we always put theClient first, act withEnergy andtakeOwnership.And to support people in being their best,our Employee Value Propositionoffersevery value to all team members through cohesive teams, growth opportunities as well asemployee benefitsand savings. We make it a priority toensure that each member of the Capitec team feels welcome, valued, focused, and has the opportunity to grow.

About the Role

The Database Engineer is responsible for investigating, implementing, maintaining , and supporting the organisation’s PostgreSQL databases, primarily hosted on AWS Aurora and RDS platforms. This role involves database design, administration, performance monitoring, capacity planning, and mentoring junior team members. A strong understanding of MySQL databases is also required . Additionally, the Database Engineer engages in research and development activities and contributes to business continuity planning tasks alongside the system engineers.

Over 5 years of experience in database administration and design, with a minimum of 3 years specifically focused on PostgreSQL.

More than 2 years of experience in performance monitoring and analysis.

Managing PostgreSQL databases on AWS services, including RDS for PostgreSQL and/or Aurora PostgreSQL, for at least 2 years.

Demonstrable experience in MySQL database administration, encompassing installation, configuration, backup, and basic performance management.

Experience in migrating on-premises databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) to AWS, including the use of AWS DMS and native backup/restore method.

Grade 12 National Certificate

Detailed knowledge of PostgreSQL database architecture, design, administration, and internals.

Strong understanding of IT systems (SDLC lifecycle).

Strong understanding of business continuity planning and disaster recovery strategies for databases, particularly within AWS.

Strong understanding of cloud storage concepts relevant to databases.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Meticulous attention to detail.

Project management skills ( methodology specific).

Proficiency in using the AWS management console and CLI.

Conditions of Employment

Clear credit and criminal record

A valid driver's licence and personal vehicle are required

Reachable via own mobile phone

In office daily in Stellenbosch (Technopark)

Capitec Bank is an authorised financial services provider (FSP 46669) and registered credit provider (NCRCP13). Capitec Bank Limited Reg. No: 1980/003695/06