Microsoft SQL Database Administrator

 

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

LM_MDA

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

Market related


SUMMARY:
Responsible for performance, integrity, support, maintenance and security of MS SQL databases. The S

JOB DESCRIPTION:

PURPOSE:

Responsible for performance, integrity, support, maintenance and security of MS SQL databases. The SQL Database Administrator is involved in the planning and development of a database, as well as in troubleshooting any issues on behalf of the users.

FORMAL EDUCATION:

  • Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution.
  • MS SQL Certification in database administration will be advantageous and a definite plus Grade 12  (NQF4)
  • Tertiary Qualification in Information Technology (NQF6) or relavent experience / techcical certification

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EXPERIENCE:

  • 6+ years of experience developing data management systems, tools and architectures using MS SQL tools.
  • Experience designing and operating very large Data Warehouses and web facing online transaction processing databases.
  • Demonstrable proficiency and experience in MS SQL Server, DB2, Linux, and programming languages such as R, Python, Ruby or Java.

TECHNICAL / LEGAL CERTIFICATION

  • MCITP Enterprise Administrator/MCDBA     
  • ITIL v3 Foundation Certification     
  • OEM certification/relevant database solutions certification    
  • Certification in specialised track based on area/environment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 
  • Ensure all database servers are backed up in a way that meets the business's Recovery Point Objectives (RPO).
  • Test backups to ensure we can meet the business' Recovery Time Objectives (RTO).
  • Troubleshoot SQL Database Server service outages as they occur, including after-hours and weekends.
  • Configure SQL Database Server monitoring utilities to minimize false alarms.
  • As new systems are brought in-house, choose whether to use clustering, log shipping, mirroring, or other appropriate technologies.
  • Upgrading the SQL database software as and when required.
  • Deploy database change scripts provided by third party vendors.
  • When performance issues arise, determine the most effective way to increase performance including tuning, hardware purchases, server configuration changes, or index/query changes.
  • Document the Department's database environment.
  • Failover clustering, SAN replication, and other high availability technologies.
  • Root Cause Analysis of production-related database issues.
  • Daily maintenance, monitoring, problem resolution and internal customer/development support.
    • Review, design and develop data models in conjunction with the application development teams.
    • The role might require traveling nationally and work after hours as and when required.

Skills and Competencies

  • Demonstrated experience with database technologies and API interfaces to WebApps and Administration in one or more of the following - MS SQL, PL/SQL, MySQL, or NoSQL (minimum of 3 years).
  • Experience in Unix AIX, Linux and MS Windows operating systems will be advantageous.
  • A results-oriented individual who thrives working in a fast paced environment and under pressure.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with effective results focus within an information systems environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Proven ability to be flexible and work hard, both independently and in a team environment, in a high priority customer service, on-call environment with changing priorities.
  • Willingness to work occasionally outside of normal business hours in response to needs of the systems being supported.
 

Learning and Growth Perspective

 

 

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