Systems Administrator

Scope of role

A passionate System Administrator with strong competency in SQL Server, Windows Server Operating System and Internet Information Services (IIS).

Key responsibilities:

· Manage and configure SQL Server databases including performance monitoring and tuning.

· Administer and support of all Windows Servers including websites hosted on IIS.

· Performance monitoring and tuning of Windows Servers and IIS.

· Deployment, administer and support of in-house developed applications which includes, Web Applications, RESTFUL Web Services, backend applications and ETL tools.

· Collaborate with developers to design, document and implement of low-latency, high-availability, and performance applications.

· Collaborate with other team members including software developers and test analysts.

· Will be required to support reports on Crystal Reports

· Must be able to interact with product stakeholders.

· Work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly and master diverse web technologies and techniques.

· Have a self-motivated work mentality.

· Demonstrates success in a small team environment.

Requirements

· Knowledge of C#, .NET Core, Entity Framework, MVC and Blazor will be an advantage.

· Must have extensive experience in managing Windows Servers and IIS.

· Extensive experience in the design and use of relational databases with SQL including Stored Procedures. SQL Server experience is essential.

· Experience in working with PostgreSQL database will be an advantage.

· Experience using RESTful web services, JSON in particular.

· Experience with continuous integration and DevOps tools.

· Experience with version control (preferably git).

· Experience with Agile Software Development Life Cycle.

· Business intelligence background will be an advantage.

· Familiarity with Azure Cloud Services will be beneficial.

Qualifications

· Tertiary Qualification in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or related technical discipline.

· Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a Windows Server environment in particular the following applications:

o SQL Server Databases

o IIS

Competencies

· Must display an ability to be deadline and results driven.

· Must display an ability to interact directly with end users.

· Must be able to work well under pressure.

· Must display problem-solving skills and techniques.

· Must be inquisitive about new technologies, tools and trends within the development community.

· Standard Microsoft Office efficiencies are required.

· Background in utilities management especially water and electricity metering will be an advantage.