Senior DBA (Remote) – High-Availability Database Expert

Idbasesoftware; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Idbasesoftware is seeking a highly skilled Senior DBA to join our dynamic data team in Johannesburg. You'll manage and optimize enterprise database systems, ensuring high performance and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

This remote-first role suits professionals experienced in SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL, with a strong focus on data integrity and performance optimization. We value individuals who thrive in complex environments and contribute to team success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on database administration experience.
• Proven experience in enterprise, high-availability, and high-compliance environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage, secure, and optimize enterprise database systems for high performance.
• Plan, install, configure, and maintain enterprise database systems.
• Monitor database performance, capacity, and availability.
• Implement database security best practices and disaster recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data solutions.

Skills

SQL and relational database concepts

SQL Server

Oracle

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Database performance tuning

Backup and recovery strategies

Windows operating system

Linux operating system

Scripting and automation using PowerShell

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Science

Tools

Database monitoring tools

Job description

Idbasesoftware is seeking a highly skilled Senior DBA to join our dynamic data team in Johannesburg. You'll manage and optimize enterprise database systems, ensuring high performance and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

This remote-first role suits professionals experienced in SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL, with a strong focus on data integrity and performance optimization. We value individuals who thrive in complex environments and contribute to team success.