A large retail group is looking for a Senior Database Administrator to join the infrastructure team in its IT department, reporting to the Technical Team Leader.
You’ll own the performance, integrity, security and availability of the databases behind key business applications, and help set the database strategy and roadmap.
What you’ll do
Co-create database strategies, standards and roadmaps
Keep databases performing through design, implementation, maintenance and monitoring
Design and manage backup, recovery and replication for high availability
Plan capacity for future growth
Design and implement security measures to safeguard data
Track recurring problems and fix their root causes
Install database software, create databases and keep versions and patches current
What you’ll need
A degree or related qualification in Information Technology
At least 4 years’ DBA experience
Database administration experience across SQL Server, DB2, MySQL, SAP HANA, PostgreSQL or Oracle
At least 3 years working in an IT department with team-based delivery
At least 2 years’ systems analysis and design experience
Experience with Redgate Monitor and Enterprise Manager
Exposure to Microsoft, AIX and Linux
Knowledge of the software development life cycle
Nice to have
An understanding of retail and supply chain environments
What’s on offer
Ownership of a business-critical database estate
The chance to shape database strategy and standards
Ongoing exposure to new database technologies
Cape Town. In Office. Permanent.