Job Description
Database Administrator (Centurion, Gauteng)
Compensation: R400K – R700K per annum
The opportunity that awaits you:
Are you a hands-on IT professional with a knack for keeping systems running smoothly and data secure?
Join a dynamic team where your problem-solving skills and technical expertise will make a real impact.
Your key responsibilities:
Deploy, configure, and administer enterprise-grade database platforms (including MSSQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL) to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and robust security across environments.Diagnose and enhance query performance, implement strategic indexing solutions, and proactively manage storage utilization to support scalable operations.Automate routine database administration tasks using scripts and toolsets to streamline monitoring, deployment, and reporting functions.Manage patching and version upgrades across all database systems, ensuring compliance with security standards and operational continuity.Perform scheduled data integrity audits and validation checks to maintain consistency, accuracy, and reliability of critical business information. Our required expertise:
A tertiary qualification in IT or related Proven experience in database administration and system supportStrong problem-solving mindset and attention to detailAbility to work independently and communicate clearlyFamiliarity with networking, firewalls, and system securityMinimum 4 to 8 years’ experience in database administration and IT systems supportStrong problem-solving ability – quick thinker who thrives under pressure.