Junior SQL Database Administrator (DBA) (CPT) at Datafin Recruitment

ENVIRONMENT:

• A thriving Managed Service Provider is looking for a strong technical Junior SQL Database Administrator (DBA) with 2-3 years’ relevant experience to join its team.
• You will design, implement, maintain, and optimize database systems.
• This role is critical to ensuring high availability, performance, and security of data infrastructure while supporting business-critical applications.
• The ideal candidate must be a strong problem-solver – able to manage multiple priorities and have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/IT or related field with strong skills in at least one major RDBMS namely: SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL as well as be proficient with PowerShell, Bash, Python & have experience with cloud database platforms such as AWS RDS, Azure SQL & Google Cloud SQL.

DUTIES:

• Design, install, configure, and maintain database systems (e.g., SQL Server, Azure, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to ensure optimal efficiency (reindexing, statistical updates, query store, activity monitor).
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery solutions (backup, replication, clustering, mirroring, log shipping).
• Manage database security, access control, and compliance with data protection standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, outages, and bottlenecks. Full understanding of DMVs and SQL Server Profiler.
• Collaborate with Development teams to optimize queries and database design.
• Automate routine database tasks and deployments.
• Perform capacity planning and scalability assessments.
• Maintain documentation for database architecture, processes, and procedures.
• Work on database-related projects.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2 – 3 Years experience as a Database Administrator or similar role.
• Strong expertise in at least one major RDBMS (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
• Knowledge of backup/recovery strategies and high-availability architectures.
• Proficiency in scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Experience with cloud database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL).
• Strong understanding of data security and compliance standards.

Preferred to haves –

• Experience with database automation and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with monitoring tools and performance dashboards.
• Relevant Certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator).

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.