We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator (DBA) to join our IT team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and performance optimization of enterprise databases. This role ensures that data is securely stored, efficiently managed, and readily accessible to support organizational needs.
The DBA will work closely with developers, system administrators, and business stakeholders to design and implement effective database solutions, troubleshoot issues, and safeguard the integrity of critical information systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and upgrade database software (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or others).
- Design and maintain database structures, schemas, tables, indexes, and stored procedures.
- Monitor database performance, implement tuning strategies, and optimize queries.
- Ensure data security, integrity, and availability through user access controls, encryption, and compliance standards.
- Perform database backups, disaster recovery planning, and failover testing.
- Troubleshoot database issues, resolve outages, and provide timely support.
- Collaborate with developers to optimize application performance and support database-related development tasks.
- Implement data replication, clustering, and high-availability solutions.
- Maintain documentation of database systems, processes, and policies.
- Stay updated with emerging database technologies, cloud database services, and best practices.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Database Administrator or in a similar role.
- Proficiency with major database platforms (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Strong understanding of database design, normalization, indexing, and optimization techniques.
- Knowledge of backup/recovery methods, replication, and high availability (HA/DR) solutions.
- Familiarity with cloud-based database platforms (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL) is an advantage.
- Experience with database monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, Oracle Enterprise Manager, etc.).
- Solid understanding of security practices, including access controls and compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in fast-paced environments.
Preferred Certifications (Optional):
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
- Oracle Certified Qualified (OCP)
- AWS Certified Database Specialty
- ITIL Foundation
To Apply: Please forward your updated resume to our HR team.
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📌 Database Administrator (DBA)
🏢 LEADZN PRIVATE
📍 Australia