Database Administrator - Cloud
Boardroom AppointmentsCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa30+ days ago
Job descriptionMinimum 5 years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator, preferably in cloud environments. Strong knowledge of cloud-native database platforms (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB). Expertise in performance tuning, indexing, query optimization, and high availability setups . Experience with encryption, access control, and role-based security . Knowledge of regulatory compliance : POPIA, ISO 27001, GDPR . Scripting / automation experience (PowerShell, Python, Bash). Relevant certifications preferred : Oracle Database Administrator Certified Professional AWS Certified Database Specialty Other cloud database certifications
Overview
Database Administrator - Cloud - Cape Town
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain cloud-native databases (Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or other cloud DBs).
- Monitor and tune database performance , including query optimization, indexing, and resource allocation.
- Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions for cloud databases.
- Manage encryption, authentication, and access controls to ensure data security.
- Ensure compliance with POPIA, ISO 27001, and other regulatory requirements .
- Collaborate with application teams for database design, scaling, and troubleshooting.
- Automate database maintenance tasks using scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
- Prepare technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures.
Requirements
Microsoft Certified : Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300)
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