Database Administrator at a Leading Information & Technology Company - Kimberly Ryan Limited

Posted on Mon 12th Aug, 2019 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Kimberly Ryan Limited - Our client, a leading company in the Information & Technology space is currently recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Database Administrator

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Summary

The Database Administrator’s role is to design, test and implement databases, applying knowledge of database management systems and ensuring database performance, protection and security.
Producing and designing a detailed data model of a database, including all necessary logical and physical design elements. Managing and fine tune existing database systems for performance gain and conformity.

Responsibilities

Design database structure (logical data model) to meet user requirements.
Assess feasibility and costs of the database, e.g. by performing an ICT project study.
Program databases in computer languages such as Structured Query Language (SQL).
Develop user interfaces, e.g. by programming Internet applications.
Maintain and adapt existing databases according to new user requirements and following developments in programming techniques.
Working with database management systems (Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySql, PostgreSql, MariaDB) to model, store, organise and manage data.
Troubleshooting database systems for Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySql, PostgreSql, and MariaDB
Keeping databases up to date
Standard compliance database design and development
. Managing database access
Designing maintenance procedures and putting them into operation
Liaising with programmers, applications/operational staff, IT project managers and other technical staff
Managing database security/integrity and backup procedures
Implementing security measures
Defining objectives through consultation with staff at all levels
Writing reports, documentation and operating manuals
Testing and modifying databases to ensure reliable operation
Providing user training, support and feedback
Writing disaster recovery plans
Database archiving

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Demonstrable hands-on experience of database administration Proficiency in an automated database design lifecycle
Strong analysis and reasoning skills Experience in writing conceptual models and testing
Participates in and promotes a positive, supportive, cooperative team environment.
Adheres to company’s Code of Conduct, applicable policies & procedures, as well as ethical standards of the field.
Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively
Ability to make balanced judgments Problem solver Patient, meticulous and logical
High standards in what constitutes a releasable product
Good communication and interpersonal skills
B.Sc in Computer Science, Information Technology or other directly relevant degree
3 years working experience in core Database Administration.
A basic working knowledge of version control in a system (e.g. GitHub)
Experience in logical and physical design of database using database management system
Experience in database structures, analytics and administration
Familiarity with computer operating systems and database technology
Experience using JIRA & other Atlassian suite products.
Experience using modeling tools and languages such as UML/ERD. Database administrator certification (Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSql, MySql)

Skills & Proficiencies:

Expertise and hands on experience with Oracle Administration and generally working with data on different relational and non-relational Database Management Systems (DBMS).
Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills
Experience with Microsoft public, hybrid and private cloud will be an added advantage
Strong Windows/Linux/Unix skills.
Strong storage design and administration is an added advantage
High level of Integrity and professionalism, especially in dealing with highly confidential information.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send in their CV to: resumes@kimberly-ryan.net using the role and location eg: (Database Administrator - Lagos) as subject title.

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