Senior Database Administrator (Senior DBA)

PURPOSE

• Design, implement, secure, and maintain enterprise database systems.
• Ensure high availability, performance, backup, recovery, and disaster readiness.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and ISO standards.
• Provide technical leadership and support audits, change management, and incident resolution.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, and PostgreSQL databases.
• Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot database performance.
• Manage database security, access control, backups, and disaster recovery.
• Support change management, incident response, and root cause analysis.
• Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and audit records.
• Collaborate with IT teams and mentor junior staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5–8 years of database administration experience.
• Strong expertise in database security, performance tuning, high availability, and backup/recovery.
• Proficiency in Linux/Windows administration, PowerShell, Bash, and automation/scripting.
• Experience in ISO-compliant environments is an advantage.

Preferred

• Experience with Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or Google Cloud SQL.
• Familiarity with Jenkins, GitLab, or GitHub Actions.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Relevant database or system administration certifications.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Proactive, accountable, and results-oriented.