The Database Administrator will be responsible for the design, implementation and maintenance of Oracle and MS SQL based solutions and systems.
Primary Responsibilities for the Role
· Administration and management of databases in DEV, QA, pre-prod & production environments.
· Provide technical expertise on the installation, setup, configuration of database servers, including infrastructure
· Pro-active monitoring of databases both from a performance and capacity management perspective.
· Performance tuning and optimization of database schema, indexes, stored procedures etc.
· Perform database maintenance activities such as backup/recovery, rebuilding and reorganizing indexes.
· Ensure that all database releases are properly assessed and measured from a functionality and performance perspective.
· Ensure that all database environments are up to date with the latest service packs, patches & security fixes.
· Take ownership and ensure high quality, timely delivery of database related projects on hand.
· Collaborate with application developers and operations/support teams in a fast-paced environment.
· Experience with Microsoft database administration is an advantage
Minimum Qualification and Experience Requirements
- Recognized tertiary qualification
- Certification in Oracle (OCP DBA)
Desired Skills and Qualities
Personal Attributes and Qualities
· Strong knowledge of Oracle database technologies
· Strong knowledge of SQL language and PL/SQL
· Strong knowledge of Linux and Unix operating systems and environments
· Knowledge of Oracle RAC
· Knowledge of Oracle Internet Application server and Web Logic server environments is an advantage
· Knowledge of Microsoft Windows server environments is an advantage
· Strong research skills
· Initiative
· Strong communication skills
· Ability to multi-task
· Good at problem solving
· Self-motivated
· Ability to perform well under pressure
· Good Technical writing skills