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Database administrator

Database administrator

Network Recruitment • Johannesburg, South Africa
11 days ago
Job description

Our Client operates globally, supporting large-scale infrastructure and enterprise systems where data availability, performance, and security underpin everything they do. Their IT environment is complex and high-volume, requiring experienced professionals who can ensure systems are resilient, optimised, and scalable across multiple platforms.
Youll join a mature Enterprise IT function responsible for managing mission-critical database environments across cloud and on-prem infrastructure. The role blends hands-on database administration with performance engineering, system design, and continuous optimisation.

Responsibilities:

  • Administer and maintain Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database environments
  • Monitor and optimise database performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks
  • Implement backup, recovery, and security processes to ensure data integrity
  • Support development, testing, and production environments across the business
  • Design and implement high-availability and replication solutions (Data Guard, GoldenGate)
  • Collaborate with development teams to optimise queries and database interactions
  • Develop and maintain SQL scripts, stored procedures, and automation

Requirements:

  • 57 years experience in database administration within enterprise environments
  • Strong hands-on experience with Oracle (12c/19c) and Microsoft SQL Server
  • Strong expertise in database performance tuning and optimisation
  • Experience with replication, clustering, and HA solutions (Data Guard, GoldenGate)
  • Solid understanding of relational database concepts and data modelling
  • Experience with Linux/Unix environments and enterprise storage (SAN)
  • Exposure to cloud database environments (AWS / Azure)
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve critical issues under pressure
  • Strong focus on data integrity, security, and system reliability
  • Ability to work across teams and communicate technical concepts clearly
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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