Mid-Tier Database Administrator: Performance & DR Lead

BC Tech; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 550 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Durban seeks a Mid-Tier Database Administrator to oversee the administration and optimization of database systems. The ideal candidate will have strong SQL skills, experience in database backup and recovery, and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include performance monitoring, security compliance, and support for application teams. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a database administration role.
• Experience in both on-premises and cloud database environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular database health checks, tuning, and optimization.
• Manage database backups, recovery plans, and high-availability configurations.
• Implement and maintain database security best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents.
• Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Skills

SQL proficiency

Database administration

Backup and recovery

Performance tuning

Scripting languages for automation

Cloud database knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

Oracle Certified Professional

Tools

SQL Server

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Oracle

SQL Profiler

SolarWinds DPA

Redgate

Job description

A technology solutions company in Durban seeks a Mid-Tier Database Administrator to oversee the administration and optimization of database systems. The ideal candidate will have strong SQL skills, experience in database backup and recovery, and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include performance monitoring, security compliance, and support for application teams. Competitive salary and benefits offered.