Database Optimization Specialist

2 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa E-Merge Full time

E-Merge, a specialist IT solutions company, is seeking an Intermediate Database Administrator to provide advanced level database optimisations, maintenance, best practices and standards, high availability, altering and recovery, and adhering to security standards in Johannesburg.

**Job Description:**

We are looking for a skilled professional with 6+ years of experience in database administration, focusing on PostgreSQL and MS SQL. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of database design, optimization, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain robust database systems ensuring high performance, availability, and security.
  • Administer database systems including installation, upgrades, configuration, migration, consolidation, monitoring, tuning, and maintenance.
  • Test new versions of the database management system (DBMS).
  • Set up and maintain reporting and data integration processes using SSRS, SSIS, and SSAS.
  • Establish and administer standards for the organization's SQL Server relational database structure/architecture.
  • Oversee all generated data, monitor server transaction speeds, and identify any service degradation due to SQL fragmentation or lack of maintenance.
  • Manage and optimize databases using PostgreSQL and MS SQL, addressing issues promptly and effectively.

**Qualifications:**

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in database administration with a focus on PostgreSQL and MS SQL.
  • Strong understanding of database design, optimization, and troubleshooting.
  • C# proficiency.
  • ETL skills.
  • Familiarity with MySQL, SQL, Oracle, ProgressSQL, DBMS, indexing, testing, modeling, and design.

The estimated salary for this position is R250-R350 per hour, negotiable based on experience.



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