Senior Database Administrator

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AdaptIT Full time

Position reports to :
Line Manager

Direct Reports :
N/A

Office Location:

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Senior Database Administrator will be responsible for the design, implementation and maintenance of
Oracle and Linux based solutions and systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ROLE
Oracle Database Administration

  • Administration and management of databases in DEV, QA, preprod & production environments.
  • Provide technical expertise on the installation, setup, configuration of database servers, including
infrastructure

  • Proactive monitoring of databases both from a performance and capacity management
perspective.

  • Performance tuning and optimization of database schema, indexes, stored procedures etc.
  • Perform database maintenance activities such as backup/recovery, rebuilding and reorganizing
indexes.

  • Ensure that all database releases are properly assessed and measured from a functionality and
performance perspective.

  • Ensure that all database environments are up to date with the latest service packs, patches &
security fixes.

  • Setup of Standby and DR systems (Oracle DataGuard)
Oracle Weblogic Administration

  • Administration and management of Weblogic installation and managed servers in DEV, QA, pre
- prod & production environments.

Linux Administration

  • Linux Server Administration and support
  • Linux scripting
Other responsibilities

  • Ownership of Platform monitoring software
  • Automation of complex technical actions.
  • Take ownership and ensure high quality, timely delivery of database related projects on hand.
  • Compilation of technical documentation, standards, and standard operating procedures.
environment.

***Senior Database Administrator

  • JOB PROFILE
  • Compiles or reviews technical designs to meet the business and client requirements

DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALITIES:
Education & Qualification

  • Recognized tertiary qualification (BSc or similar)
  • Certification in Oracle (OCP DBA)
Relevant Experience

  • Min 8 years working experience in implementing and maintaining Oracle database solutions
  • Min 5 years working experience in implementing and maintaining Linux/Unix systems
  • Experience implementing and configuring Oracle APEX and ORDS
  • Experience in automating DBA functions
  • Experience implementing and configuring platform monitoring tools
  • Experienced in Cyber Security as it pertains to Oracle systems
Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong knowledge of Oracle database technologies
  • Strong knowledge of SQL language and PL/SQL
  • Strong knowledge of Linux and Unix operating systems and environments
  • Knowledge of Apache
  • Knowledge of Oracle RAC
  • Knowledge of Oracle Internet Application server and Web Logic server environments is an
advantage

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows server environments is an advantage
  • Detailed and wide range technical knowledge across entire domain systems (Linux/Unix, Oracle
Database, Oracle Application Serve, Cloud platforms, monitoring tools, etc)

  • Maintains high levels of understanding of product knowledge and business domain knowledge
  • Knowledge of Java development would be an advantage.
Behavioural Traits

  • Innovative and Creative
  • Contributes to team success
  • Quality orientated
  • Mentors and coaches
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong research skills
  • Initiative
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to multitask
***Senior Database Administrator

  • JOB PROFILE
  • Good at problem solving
  • Selfmotivated
  • Ability to perform well under pressure
  • Good Technical writing skills
In accordance with
subsequent amendments thereto.

Contact Person:
Jeanel Lenders

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