Database Administrator

Database Administrators are professionals who ensure that all databases, including those for financial or customer information, stay up-to-date with policies and procedures in place to protect against data loss. Should something happen on-site at their office, they utilize their skills in computer science to resolve any problems.

Building database systems of high availability and quality depending on each end user’s specialized role

Designing and implementing databases in accordance to end users information needs and views

Defining users and enabling data distribution to the right user, in appropriate format and in a timely manner

Build database systems of high availability and quality depending on each end user’s specialised role

Design and implement database in accordance to end users information needs and views

Define users and enable data distribution to the right user, in appropriate format and in a timely manner

Use high-speed transaction recovery techniques and backup data

Minimise database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses

Provide proactive and reactive data management support and training to users

Determine, enforce and document database policies, procedures and standards

Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity

Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required

Requirements and skills

Proven working experience as a Database Administrator

Hands-on experience with database standards and end user applications

Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity and SQL

Familiarity with database design, documentation and coding

Previous experience with DBA case tools (frontend/backend) and third party tools

Familiarity with programming languages API

Problem solving skills and ability to think algorithmically

BS degree in a computer discipline or relevant certification