Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 12 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
• The Database Administrator (DBA) will keep the Bank’s databases up and running smoothly 24/7. Their goal will be to provide a seamless flow of information throughout the company, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users. In addition, the DBA will ensure that all database related incidents/faults are prioritized for resolution in order to minimize downtime.

Key Responsibilities:
• Install and maintain the performance of database servers.
• Develop processes for optimizing database security.
• Set and maintain database standards.
• Manage database access.
• Performance tuning of database systems.
• Use high-speed transaction recovery techniques and backup data.
• Install, upgrade, and manage database applications.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors.
• Recommend and implement emerging database technologies.
• Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity.
• Create and manage database reports, visualizations, and dashboards.
• Create automation for repeating database tasks.
• Be available for on-call support as needed.
• Provide first level support for all infrastructure to all Branches and Head Office units.
• Log/report/escalate all infrastructure faults/incidents.
• Manage incidents within agreed SLA.
• Ensure high availability of all databases.
• Perform housekeeping/maintenance activities on the databases.
• Administer UNIX Environments (AIX and Red Hat).

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science or related academic field from a recognized higher learning institution.
• Professional certifications OCA and OCP in Oracle Database 11g or higher is mandatory.

Work Experience
• At least 3 years of experience with Database Administration in Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and MariaDB.
• In-depth experience of Oracle Dataguard, DG Broker, GoldenGate and RAC, MSSQL log shipping and MSSQL Failover Clusters technologies.
• General knowledge in shell scripting will be an added advantage.
• General knowledge of Database Performance Tuning.
• Experience with cloud-based databases is an added advantage

Personal Competencies
• IT Service Management, Communication and Project Management skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be a self-starter, prioritizing work with minimum supervision.
• Committed to self-development and enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies.
• Ability to manage database service providers, vendors and others.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Applications should be submitted to recruitment2023@diamondtrust.co.tz 

DTB is an equal opportunity employer.

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