Database Administrator at Capitec Bank

Purpose Statement

• To commission and ensure the efficient running / operation of the database management systems within Capitec Bank.

Experience
Min:

• External candidate 2+ years’ experience in database administration and design
• Internal candidate: 2+ years’ experience in Capitec IT database related development

Ideal:

• 4+ years’ experience Microsoft SQL Server
• 2+ years’ experience in performance monitoring/analysis and capacity planning
• 1+ years’ experience in Operating System Administration

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

• A relevant degree in Information Technology
• Certification in SQL Programming
• Knowledge

Min:
Detailed knowledge of:

• SQL Server and\or MySQL design and administration
• SQL Server and\or MySQL performance and capacity analysis
• T-SQL and\or SQL\PSM Programming and optimization

A sound understanding of:

• IT systems development processes (SDLC lifecycle)
• Business continuity planning
• IT Operations
• SQL Server Internals and\or MySQL Server Internals

Ideal:

• A sound understanding of:
• Storage/SAN architecture
• Networking fundamentals
• Automation and scripting
• X86 Hardware architecture

Knowledge of:

• Data warehousing
• Big data
• Cloud platforms
• NoSQL technologies (e.g. MongoDB)

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
• Planning, organising and coordination skills
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Project Management Skills (Methodolgy Specific)

Competencies

• Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Working with People

Additional Information

• Contactable via own mobile phone
• Clear criminal and credit record
• A valid driver's license and own vehicle is required
• Willingness to travel nationally if and when required
• Willingness to work or be available overtime and / or weekends if required

Capitec is committed to diversity and, where feasible, all appointments will support the achievement of our employment equity goals.