Database Administrator

Job Overview

Looking for a Database Administrator OG-I/AVP reporting to Divisional Head IT. You will provide strategic direction and leadership for the organization's database platforms, aligning database strategies with overall business objectives and IT goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the organization's database platforms, aligning database strategies with overall business objectives and IT goals.
• Key duties will include the analysis of the existing databases of Core Banking Software and come up with solutions for Database designing, re-designing, deployment and optimization as per the best practices.
• Performing standard database maintenance and administration tasks. Oversee the administration of all database platforms, ensuring their efficient operation, security, integrity, and performance. (Relational Model in DBMS)
• Review all security standards employed on the databases and implement improvements accordingly such as develop and enforce database security policies, implement access controls, encryption, and auditing mechanisms to protect data integrity and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor database performance metrics, analyze trends, identify areas for improvement, and implement performance tuning strategies to enhance database efficiency and responsiveness.
• Troubleshooting and resolving database integrity, performance, blocking and deadlocking, connectivity, security issues etc.
• Performing routine configuration, installation, and reconfiguration of database and related products. (Latest patches and updates).
• Support database platforms and help define strategies for data acquisition, recovery, migration and archiving.
• Design and implement robust backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability and minimize downtime in case of system failures or disasters.
• Forecast future capacity requirements based on business growth and application needs. Plan and implement database infrastructure upgrades and expansions as necessary.
• Manage relationships with database platform vendors, including negotiation of contracts, licensing agreements, and maintenance/support services to ensure optimal service delivery.
• Lead and manage a team of database administrators and engineers. Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to enhance team performance and skills.
• Willingness to work in shifts and on weekends and holidays.

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