Lead SQL Dba

Are you a seasoned DBA looking for a leadership role in a dynamic and collaborative environment? We are looking for a passionate Lead DBA to spearhead technical solutions and advancements. As the technical expert, you'll be the driving force behind planning, designing, and executing strategies within the software development team.

**Why Us**:

- **Cutting-Edge Environment**: Immerse yourself in a forward-thinking team that values innovation and embraces the latest technologies.
- **Leadership Opportunity**: Lead and mentor a talented group of DBAs while collaborating closely with software architects and developers.
- **Technical Excellence**: Bring your 5-7 years of experience in high transaction databases and 5+ years of mastery in MSSQL to a role that values your expertise.
- **Innovation Encouraged**: Actively contribute to the development of solutions that prioritize usability, reliability, and security against third-party attacks and data protection.
- **Professional Growth**: We believe in continuous learning. Showcase your initiative by acquiring and implementing new knowledge and skills both within the team and across the organization.

**Your Impact**:

- **Operational Efficiency**: Lead the adoption of processes that maximize technical throughput rates, response times, and resource utilization.
- **Quality Assurance**: Ensure the delivery of complete and technically sound solutions, implementing mechanisms for self-analysis and proactive reporting.
- **Futureproofing**: Develop solutions that support future DBAs, reducing defects and preserving system quality.
- **Problem Resolution**: Take an active role in resolving issues, even working after hours when necessary to ensure timely solutions.
- **Mentorship**: Identify opportunities to impart knowledge and skills to team members through coaching and mentorship.

**Salary**: R100,000.00 - R110,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bryanston, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- SQL DBA: 5 years (required)
- high transaction databases: 5 years (required)
- mentoring of other SQL DBAs: 2 years (required)