Database Administrator
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Database Administrator - MS SQL
We are seeking a seasoned Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server to join our team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience in database deployment optimization security and management of enterprise data environments. You will play a critical role in ensuring database integrity performance and reliability across multiple systems and environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Database Design & Development
- Design plan and develop scalable data structures to support new in-house development projects.
- Build robust data integration layers and logic using stored procedures queries and views.
- Ensure performance tuning and optimization of databases and logic layers.
Deployment & Maintenance
- Deploy and maintain databases in line with enterprise data standards and procedures.
- Perform data migrations between servers and across environments.
- Conduct disaster recovery (DR) planning and testing to ensure business continuity.
- Develop and manage backup strategies and schedules.
Reporting & Data Extraction
- Perform ad-hoc data extractions and imports as needed by business and technical teams.
- Build and publish ad-hoc reports for operational and analytical use.
Security & Governance
- Implement and manage user access and roles for secure database usage.
- Enforce security policies and entrench data governance rules and best practices.
- Monitor and manage access to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
Environment Management
- Oversee and manage data environments including storage and capacity planning.
- Support the availability reliability and performance of all database systems.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 6-7 years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator working with Microsoft SQL Server.
- Strong SQL development skills: queries stored procedures views triggers indexing etc.
- Experience with performance tuning and optimization of large-scale databases.
- Proven experience in data migration disaster recovery and backup management.
- Solid understanding of data integration principles and ETL processes.
- Expertise in user and security management within database environments.
- Strong knowledge of data governance standards enforcement and documentation.
- Excellent troubleshooting analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree or diploma in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
- Microsoft certifications (e.g. MCSA/MCSE: Data Platform or Azure Database Admin) are advantageous.
- Familiarity with cloud-based data environments (e.g. Azure SQL) is a plus.
Location:
- Johannesburg Gauteng
Workplace Type:
- Hybrid
Job Type:
- Contract
Experience Type:
- Intermediate to Senior
If youre a proactive detail-oriented professional with a passion for delivering high-quality application support in a fast-paced environment we encourage you to apply. - Kivara Rajgopal on or via
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
