Technology/Domain Specialist I

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

Job summary

A leading South African financial institution is seeking an IT Professional to manage backup operations and provide technical leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Commvault Backup & Recovery and strong knowledge of data protection and storage concepts. Responsibilities include strategic planning, operational excellence, and aligning technology with business strategy. Qualifications include a Grade 12 certificate, advanced diplomas, and relevant certifications. This position offers an opportunity for professional growth and contribution to innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years IT experience including 4 years with Commvault Backup & Recovery.
• Experience with Enterprise Data Protection and Storage Concepts is essential.
• Commvault Certified Professional and Commvault Certified Expert – CommCell Console certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor daily backup operations using Commvault CommCell Console.
• Conduct internal knowledge-sharing sessions and update the asset knowledge base.
• Provide expert guidance to stakeholders on technology and domain-related decisions.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical roadmaps.

Skills

Commvault Backup & Recovery

SAN/NAS storage systems

Windows Server environments

Linux environments

VMware

Stress Tolerance

Quality Orientation

Education

Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate

Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Tools

Commvault

IBM Infosphere Optim

Job description

Job Family

Information Technology

Application Development

Manage Self: Technical

Job Purpose

To actively own and participate in the overall evolution of the Technology or Domain asset while influencing and maintaining the health of the asset. Play a leadership role on the associated COE’s

Job Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence
  • Manage and monitor daily backup operations using Commvault CommCell Console.
  • Administer and optimize archiving solutions, currently using IBM Infosphere Optim.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve backup and archiving‑related incidents.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
  • Monitor storage capacity and optimize performance and scheduling.
• Tool Flexibility & Adaptability
  • Maintain readiness to transition to alternative backup or archiving platforms should the bank adopt new technologies.
  • Ensure documentation, processes, and integrations are adaptable to future tools.
  • Participate in tool evaluation and migration planning when required.
• Technical Leadership & Advisory
  • Provide expert guidance to stakeholders on technology and domain‑related decisions.
  • Advise Engineering Leads and Divisional Executives on architecture, design, and integration.
  • Guide code design, branching, merging, and integration practices.
  • Conduct technology reviews and quality assurance of code and design.
  • Define, review, and enforce patterns, practices, and standards in technology application.
• Strategic Planning & Governance
  • Collaborate with domain architects and technical consultants on technology/domain roadmaps.
  • Develop and maintain detailed technical roadmaps aligned with enterprise architecture.
  • Plan and drive implementation of agreed technical roadmaps.
  • Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluate and mitigate risks impacting technology or domain assets.
• Knowledge Management & Enablement
  • Conduct internal knowledge‑sharing sessions and update the asset knowledge base.
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and upskilling within the team and broader engineering stream.
  • Participate in special interest groups and conferences to stay current and share insights.
  • Conduct experimentation to test new ideas and validate technology applicability.
  • Support talent management practices and contribute to capability development.
• Business Alignment & Culture
  • Align technology initiatives with business strategy, objectives, and values.
  • Seek opportunities to improve business processes through agile thinking.
  • Participate in Nedbank culture‑building initiatives and corporate responsibility efforts.
  • Stay abreast of developments in the field and pursue continuous personal growth.
  • Conduct self‑development through mentoring others and being mentored.

Essential Qualifications – NQF Level

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Essential Certifications

• Commvault Certified Professional
• Commvault Certified Expert – CommCell Console

Minimum Experience Level

• Min 8 years IT Experience with in 4 years in Commvault Backup & Recovery
• Experience in Enterprise Data Protection & Storage Concepts
• IBM Infosphere Optim (advantage)

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Primary Tools
  • Commvault (Backup & Recovery)
  • IBM Infosphere Optim (Archiving – optional, not a must‑have)
• Infrastructure & Integration
  • SAN/NAS storage systems
  • Windows Server and Linux environments
  • Virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V)
• Monitoring & Reporting Tools
  • Integration with enterprise monitoring & scheduling platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Dynatrace, Control‑M)
• Decision Making
• Courage
• Stress Tolerance
• Quality Orientation
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
• Resolving Conflict

For assistance, please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at [phone]

Nedbank Ltd Reg No 1951/000009/06.
Authorised financial services and registered credit provider (NCRCP16).