Senior Database Administrator

Senior Database Administrator is responsible for for the design, implementation, support and maintenance all databases supporting applications in the bank. The incumbent will assist stakeholders and technical team with projects, ad-hoc task and investigations of database related matters on Oracle, MS SQL and other RDBMS platform as well as unstructured database platforms. The individual has to adhere to related procedures to include organizational standards and change and release policy.

Requirements

Main Responsibilities :

• Identify user needs to create and administer databases
• Ensuring that the database operates efficiently and without error
• Making and testing modifications to the database structure when needed
• Maintaining the database and updating permissions
• Merging old databases into new ones
• Backing up and restoring data to prevent data loss
• Assisting with migration of databases from local to cloud platforms.
• Ensure that assigned project deliverables, milestones, audit findings and schedules are adhered to and accomplished in the agreed timelines.
• Involved in designing technical specifications for new system implementations and system changes.
• Ensuring that all technical documentation is regularly updated and new procedures are properly documented.
• To maintain good working relations / partnerships with internal business stakeholders including the IT team, Business intelligence and Core banking teams.
• Ensuring that communication channels are established with all internal and external stakeholders.

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