Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server to join our team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience in database deployment, optimization, security, and management of enterprise data environments. You will play a critical role in ensuring database integrity, performance, and reliability across multiple systems and environments.Key Responsibilities:Database Design & Development

• Design, plan, and develop scalable data structures to support new in-house development projects.
• Build robust data integration layers and logic using stored procedures, queries, and views.
• Ensure performance tuning and optimization of databases and logic layers.

Deployment & Maintenance

• Deploy and maintain databases in line with enterprise data standards and procedures.
• Perform data migrations between servers and across environments.
• Conduct disaster recovery (DR) planning and testing to ensure business continuity.
• Develop and manage backup strategies and schedules.

Reporting & Data Extraction

• Perform ad-hoc data extractions and imports as needed by business and technical teams.
• Build and publish ad-hoc reports for operational and analytical use.

Security & Governance

• Implement and manage user access and roles for secure database usage.
• Enforce security policies and entrench data governance rules and best practices.
• Monitor and manage access to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.

Environment Management

• Oversee and manage data environments including storage and capacity planning.
• Support the availability, reliability, and performance of all database systems.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 6-7 years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator working with Microsoft SQL Server.
• Strong SQL development skills: queries, stored procedures, views, triggers, indexing, etc.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization of large-scale databases.
• Proven experience in data migration, disaster recovery, and backup management.
• Solid understanding of data integration principles and ETL processes.
• Expertise in user and security management within database environments.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, standards enforcement, and documentation.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSA/MCSE: Data Platform or Azure Database Admin) are advantageous.
• Familiarity with cloud-based data environments (e.g., Azure SQL) is a plus.

Location:

• Johannesburg, Gauteng

Workplace Type:

• Hybrid

Job Type:

• Contract

Experience Type:

• Intermediate to Senior

If youxe2x80x99re a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for delivering high-quality application support in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. - Kivara Rajgopal on or via 010 800 0848

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