Role Requirements
• 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

Education & Qualification
• Recognized tertiary qualification (BSc)
• Certification in Oracle (OCP DBA)

Relevant Experience
• 5 – 8 years working experience in implementing and maintaining Oracle database solutions

Knowledge and Skills
• 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 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

Behavioural Traits
• Innovative and Creative
• Contributes to team success
• Quality orientated
• Mentors and coaches
• Strong interpersonal skills

Behavioural Traits
• Remote technical retainer database support
• Offsite and onsite implementations of technical projects
• Compilation of technical documentation
• Mentoring team members