Database Administrator (DBA)

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to join our IT team. The DBA will be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability, and security of our databases. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in database management, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to optimize database systems for efficiency and reliability. This role requires expertise in database design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting to support our organization's data management needs.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Database Design and Implementation:
• Design, implement, and maintain database schemas, tables, indexes, and views based on application requirements.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database structures for performance, scalability, and data integrity.
• Ensure adherence to database design standards and best practices.
• Database Performance Tuning and Optimization:
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning improvements.
• Optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and database configurations for optimal efficiency.
• Conduct capacity planning and scaling of database systems as needed.
• Database Security and Compliance:
• Implement and maintain database security policies, access controls, and data encryption mechanisms.
• Perform regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and database backups.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Backup and Recovery:
• Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability and integrity.
• Test and validate backup procedures, restore operations, and disaster recovery plans.
• Monitor database backups and replication processes to mitigate data loss risks.
• Monitoring and Maintenance:
• Monitor database health, performance metrics, and system alerts to proactively identify issues.
• Troubleshoot database problems, diagnose root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as database patching, upgrades, and schema changes.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Generate regular reports on database performance, capacity utilization, and maintenance activities.
• Communicate database status, issues, and resolutions to stakeholders and management.
  

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based bonuses or incentives tied to database uptime, performance optimization, and adherence to security standards.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
• Potential for career growth and advancement within the organization based on performance and contributions.