Database Optimisation Specialist

2 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa E-Merge Full time
Job Title: Database Optimisation Specialist

E-Merge, a specialist IT Solutions company, is seeking an experienced Database Optimisation Specialist to provide advanced level database optimisations, maintenance, best practices, and standards. The successful candidate will design, implement, and maintain robust database systems ensuring high performance, availability, and security.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement robust database systems for high performance and availability.
  • Provide administration of database systems including installation, upgrades, configuration, migration, consolidation, monitoring, tuning, and maintenance.
  • Test new versions of the database management system (DBMS).
  • Set up, maintain reporting and data integration processes using SSRS, SSIS, and SSAS.
  • Develop and enforce database standards, procedures, and best practices.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in database administration with a strong focus on PostgreSQL and MS SQL.
  • Strong understanding of database design, optimisation, and troubleshooting.

Estimated Salary: R250 - R350 per hour, negotiable based on experience. E-Merge offers a contract position in Johannesburg.



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