Systems Administrator

Ontec; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Cape Town seeks a passionate System Administrator. This role involves managing SQL Server databases, administering Windows Servers, and supporting applications on IIS. Candidates should have a strong background in database management and web technologies, alongside at least 5 years of experience in a Windows Server environment. Other advantages include knowledge of C#, .NET Core, PostgreSQL, and Azure Cloud Services. The work environment is dynamic and requires collaboration with development teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Windows Server environment.
• Experience in managing SQL Server databases.
• Ability to interact directly with end users.

Responsibilities

• Manage and configure SQL Server databases including performance monitoring.
• Administer Windows Servers and support applications hosted on IIS.
• Collaborate with developers to design high-performance applications.

Skills

SQL Server

Windows Server

IIS

C#

.NET Core

RESTful Web Services

PostgreSQL

Continuous Integration

DevOps tools

Agile Software Development

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Computer Science or related

Job description

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 20/09/2024

Ontec has a diverse team made up of innovative and competent individuals. The company not only drives performance for employees to excel on a professional and personal level but rewards this performance. People here are satisfied, challenged and happy, which makes it a perfect working environment.

Job Description

Scopeof role

A passionate SystemAdministrator with strong competency in SQL Server, Windows Server OperatingSystem and Internet Information Services (IIS).

Key responsibilities

• Manage and configure SQL Server databases including performance monitoring and tuning.
• Administer and support of all Windows Servers including websites hosted on IIS.
• Performance monitoring and tuning of Windows Servers and IIS.
• Deployment, administer and support of in-house developed applications which includes, WebApplications, RESTFUL Web Services, backend applications and ETL tools.
• Collaborate with developers to design, document and implement of low-latency, high-availability, and performance applications.
• Collaborate with other team members including software developers and test analysts.
• Will be required to support reports on Crystal Reports.
• Must be able to interact with product stakeholders.
• Work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly and master diverse web technologies and techniques.
• Have a self-motivated work mentality.
• Demonstrates success in a small team environment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of C#, .NET Core, Entity Framework, MVC and Blazor will be an advantage.
• Must have extensive experience in managing Windows Servers and IIS.
• Extensive experience in the design and use of relational databases with SQL including Stored Procedures. SQL Server experience is essential.
• Experience in working with PostgreSQL database will be an advantage.
• Experience using RESTful webservices, JSON in particular.
• Experience with continuous integration and DevOps tools.
• Experience with version control (preferably git).
• Experience with Agile Software Development Life Cycle.
• Business intelligence background will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with Azure Cloud Services will be beneficial.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualification in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a Windows Server environment in particular the following applications:
• • SQL Server Databases
  • IIS
• Must display an ability to be deadline and results driven.
• Must display an ability to interact directly with end users.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Must display problem-solving skills and techniques.
• Must be inquisitive about new technologies, tools and trends within the development community.
• Standard Microsoft Office efficiencies are required.
• Background in utilities management especially water and electricity metering will be an advantage.