Junior Database/SQL Developer

Direct support and maintenance t, test and live databases including those that are used internally within and those that are for client use.

The role has exposure to all aspects of database administration such as installation/upgrade/patching, backup and recovery, performance and tuning, security, data loads and database copies. It also includes the running of data fix scripts, daily checks (e.g., database backups), automating tasks, maintaining data feeds and investigating problems.

• Assist with the creation, monitoring and maintenance of live and development databases
• Assist with the setup and management of database resilience and backup strategies
• Assist  database development projects
• Assist with the automation of regular database support activities
• Perform regular processes (e.g. weekly data refreshes, run data fix scripts) in an accurate and timely manner

Position Requirements:

Formal Education & Certification

• Relevant IT Degree qualification (preferred) or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

• Proven, demonstrable interest in relational databases such as Oracle or My*SQL (e.g. relevant project undertaken at university/college, website creation etc)
• Proven, demonstrable knowledge of SQL
• Proven, demonstrable interest in technology (servers, storage systems, networks, “No SQL” databases etc)
• Linux shell scripting experience is desirable