Total 181 database administrator job vacancies in Information Technology category in Hong Kong

Role Overview:

We’re looking for an Oracle PL/SQL Developer with strong experience in banking payment systems, UNIX scripting, and scheduling tools.

You’ll work on maintaining, enhancing, and supporting mission-critical applications for SWIFT, MEPS+, and risk/payment platforms.

Key Responsibilities:  Develop, optimize, and maintain SQL, PL/SQL procedures, functions, packages, and triggers for Oracle databases 9i/10g/11g/12cWrite and maintain UNIX/AIX shell scripts for batch jobs, data loads, and system automation

Support and monitor batch schedules using Control-M scheduler

Troubleshoot issues in payment systems: SWIFT Alliance [AWP, SAA, SAG], SWIFT Online Operation Manager, and MEPS+

Work with risk and compliance tools like Risk Authority (RAY) Moody’s and BAE Systems DETICA

Manage code/version control using ClearCase, ClearQuest, and Aldon

Perform data analysis and debugging using SQL_Plus, SQL Developer, TOAD, and ORMSCollaborate with business, QA, and production support teams for deployments and incident resolution

Required Skills:

• Languages: SQL, PL/SQL, Unix Shell Scripting
• Databases/Tools: Oracle 9i/10g/11g/12c, ORMS, SQL_Plus, SQL Developer, TOAD, Control-M scheduler, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Aldon
• Risk/Payment Systems: Risk Authority (RAY) Moody’s, BAE Systems DETICA, MEPS+, SWIFT Alliance [AWP, SAA, SAG], SWIFT Online Operation Manager
• Operating Systems: Windows, UNIX AIXGood to Have:  Experience in banking domain, payment processing, or treasury systems
• Mandatory: Experience with SWIFT Alliance, MEPS+, and regulatory compliance systems.

Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and optimising SQL queries written by application developers to ensure optimal performance and adherence to database standards
• Assisting in database design activities, including table structures, indexes, and relationships to support new application features or enhancements
• Troubleshooting database-related issues reported by application teams, including SQL error codes, performance problems, and data integrity concerns
• Supporting database changes through the development lifecycle (DEV, TEST, UAT, PROD), including coordinating database object migrations between environments
• Monitoring application database performance and implementing necessary tuning measures like reorganizing tablespaces, updating statistics, and adjusting buffer pools
• Providing guidance to application developers on DB2 best practices, coding standards, and efficient query writing techniques
• Supporting application testing activities by helping with data refresh requests, test data preparation, and database-related test case validation

Requirements

• Strong background in IT, Computer Science / Computer Engineering, or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in the above technology is preferred.
• Relevant experience in the following would be advantageous:
• Working with JCL (Jon Control Language)
• Experience in VSAM and other mainframe storage concepts
• Familiar with database utilities and tools
• Experience with database backup and recovery procedures

Job Overview

We are seeking a System Administrator to manage and support enterprise infrastructure environments, covering server provisioning, system configuration, security hardening, and operational readiness. This role is critical in ensuring systems are stable, secure, and fully compliant before deployment into production.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in system administration, strong exposure to infrastructure environments, and the ability to coordinate across multiple technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

System Administration & Infrastructure

• Provision and configure servers, including virtual machines and OS clustering
• Perform system setup activities such as domain joining, AD/OU configuration, and environment preparation
• Support database setup in collaboration with DBA teams
• Configure load balancers, firewall rules, and system connectivity

Platform & Tool Administration

• Install and configure enterprise tools including monitoring, backup, and system management platforms
• Support onboarding of infrastructure and security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, monitoring solutions)
• Manage SSL certificate installation and system-level configurations

Security & Compliance

• Perform vulnerability scans and support remediation activities
• Execute OS hardening and patching prior to production deployment
• Support risk assessment processes and ensure compliance with security policies
• Assist in privileged access management setup (e.g., CyberArk or equivalent)

Testing & Operational Readiness

• Conduct system validation including HA/failover testing
• Perform backup and restoration testing to ensure data integrity
• Support go-live readiness, including checklist completion and approvals
• Prepare and maintain system documentation and operation guides

Coordination & Support

• Collaborate with network, application, DBA, and security teams
• Support change management processes including CAB approvals
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of system setup and deployment

Requirements

Technical Skills

• Experience in system administration (Windows/Linux environments)
• Strong knowledge of server setup, virtualization, and clustering
• Familiarity with Active Directory, DNS, and network fundamentals
• Experience with backup, monitoring, and system integration tools

Security & Governance

• Exposure to OS hardening, patching, and vulnerability management
• Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, and security best practices
• Understanding of risk assessment and compliance requirements

Preferred Skills

• Experience with tools such as QRadar, SolarWinds, CyberArk, or similar
• Knowledge of ITIL processes and change management workflows
• Experience in enterprise or regulated environments is an advantage

Key Attributes

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with structured approach to system management
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills

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Job Description
You will be a partner to our client and the respective stakeholders to deliver effective course management services towards achieving their operational objectives. You will carry out your responsibility and efficiently.

Pre-Course

• Liaise with Course Coordinator/Business Development team on class schedule

• Course run/intake creation in training management system & publish course on website

Course Registration

• Monitor enrolment and provide weekly update

• Verify and follow up on applicants’ minimum entry requirements and documents

• Liaise with applicants/companies on course registration matters including payment matters

Course Confirmation

• Send confirmation email to applicants and billing for company sponsored applicants

Course Preparation

• Upload timetable in training management system

• Liaise with Course Coordinator on course notes and other course logistics

Post-Course

• Ensure attendance and assessment results are updated in training management system

• Check all payment has been received

• Notify learners on their results and trigger cert issuance in training management system

Course Cancellation

• Update course status in training management system and inform course coordinator/trainer on the cancellation

Requirements
• ITE Certificate holder or higher or with relevant working experience.

• Have good English proficiency.

• Good Communication skills are required to liaise closely with Trainers.

• Possesses basic information and communication technology (ICT) skills.

• Team player.

WFO - Dover, M-F: 8.30am - 6.00pm
1-year contract

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator with strong expertise in Linux, automation/scripting, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices. In this role, you will be responsible for managing critical systems, ensuring high availability, automating infrastructure tasks, and improving reliability across our technology stack. Applicants without Solaris experience but are fast learners and possess strong expertise in Linux system administration are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

System Administration

• Install, configure, and maintain Oracle Solaris and Linux-based systems.
• Manage system performance, backups, patching, and capacity management.
• Perform system upgrades, security hardening, and troubleshooting.

Automation & Scripting

• Develop and maintain Unix shell scripts to automate routine operational tasks.
• Implement infrastructure automation using modern tools as applicable (e.g. Ansible, Python).

Site Reliability Engineering

• Apply SRE principles to enhance system reliability, scalability, and observability.
• Setup and maintain monitoring, alerting, and logging systems.
• Participate in on-call rotations to support production environments, focusing on reducing toil and improving MTTR.
• Ensure SLAs/SLOs/SLIs are defined, monitored, and met.

Operational Excellence

• Manage user access, security controls, and audit support, periodic reviews and compliance requirements.
• Document system configurations, operational procedures, and root-cause analyses.
• Collaborate with development, security, and network teams to support cross-functional projects.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Must have 5+ years of hands-on and strong proficiency with Linux administration.
• Good-to-have experience with installing MySQL, JBoss and Sybase.
• Good understanding of SRE practices, automation/scripting & monitoring

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Solaris, MySQL, Sybase and virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with Comm Vault, CyberArk, Tenable Nutanix, and Ansible.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing).
• Exposure to AWS cloud environments.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

The successful candidate can expect a competitive package that includes an attractive basic salary, annual bonus and variable bonus. Please submit your detailed resume, including expected salary and contact number.

(We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified)

Job Responsibilities:

• Order & Backlog Management: Managing Customer demand and Purchase Order. Tracking of "backlog" to ensure ship dates align with what was promised and monitor On Time Delivery (OTD).

• Engineering Change Support: Coordinating the administrative side of Engineering Change Notice (ECN). This involves updating part numbers, Bills of Materials (BOM), and ensuring the Operations is building the correct version of a product.

• Material & Inventory Tracking: Monitoring Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory. Flag parts that are no longer needed due to design changes and help the PM calculate the financial liability to be charged back to the customer.

• Customer Communication: Serving as the first line of contact for routine inquiries, such as shipping status, tracking numbers, and Return Material Authorization (RMA) updates for repairs.

• Shipping & Logistics Coordination: Working with the warehouse and logistics teams to ensure finished goods are packed, documented, and shipped according to the customer’s specific routing guides.

• Reporting & Metrics: Generating weekly or monthly reports on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) like On-Time Delivery (OTD), Demand waterfall, aged accounts receivable (AR), etc.

• Support internal and External audits

• Participate in Lean and ESS Program

• General filing of correspondences between customers and plant.

• Draw up quotations to customers.

• Take purchase orders from customers.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Degree / Diploma in any discipline or equivalent.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Electronics Manufacturing industry or in a related field, as well as customer / account management background is preferred.

• Proficient in MS office applications, particularly in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, vlookup) and PowerPoint.

• Proficient in Google sheet, Google drive and Google Slides.

• Good communication skills.

• Demonstrated attention to detail.

• Able to work independently, fast learner and proactive.

·      Administer and manage Redis clusters for low-latency caching and real-time transaction processing.

·      Manage MongoDB clusters (replication, sharding) for scalable transaction and semi-structured data storage.

·      Working knowledge of Hadoop ecosystem (Hadoop, Hive, Pig, Oozie, Hbase, Flume, sqoop) using both automated tool sets as well as manual processes.

·      Support and maintain Hadoop (HDP)clusters for batch processing, analytics, and regulatory reporting.

·      Perform cluster lifecycle management provisioning, scaling, patching, and decommissioning nodes.

·      Ensure 24x7 availability and resilience of production systems supporting payment flows.

·      Manage and optimize Apache Kafka for high-throughput, real-time payment event streaming.

·      Support Apache NiFi for ingestionpipelines from upstream payment systems and external partners.

·      Work with AWS EMR for scalableprocessing of transaction data and reconciliation workloads.

·      Administer HDFS, ensuring optimal replication,storage utilization, and fault tolerance.

·      Manage OpenSearch / Elasticsearchclusters for transaction search, audit trails, and operational dashboards.

Required Skills & Experience

·      6–8 years of experience in Big Data / DataPlatform Engineering in enterprise environments.

·      Strong hands-on experience with:

·      Hadoop ecosystem (HDFS, YARN, MapReduce, HDP)

·      Apache Kafka (high-throughput environments)

·      Redis and MongoDB clusters

·      OpenSearch / Elasticsearch

·      Apache NiFi

·      AWS EMR + good knowledge of AWS Cloud.

·      Strong expertise in Linux system administration and scripting (Shell/Python)

·      Experience with Kerberos, data security, and access governance

·      Proven experience in handling high-volume, low-latency systems (preferably payments/trading) 

EA License No: 11C4879 / Registration ID : R1218583

Apar Technologies Pte Ltd, Singapore

• Delivered twenty-four hour support for all technology infrastructure needs and issues, for environment including 5 Windows and 8 Linux based servers and 200 desktops and laptops (Windows, MAC and Linux) across three regional offices
• Efficiently implemented network file sharing by configuring NFS to share files and resources across the network
• Managing corn jobs, at Jobs, batch processing and job scheduling
• Hands on experience in protocols such as TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTP, SMTP, SSH, FTP
• Installed and configured SSH, SFTP, Managed email (Postfix and Sendmail), LDAP
• Installed Apache, IIS and configured Virtual hosts and also experience applying SSL certs for websites, CSR generation
• Installation of SAMBA utility software
• Create File systems using Logical Volume Management (LVM), LV Extend and Reduce
• Linux kernel, memory upgrades and swaps area and performed Red hat Linux Kickstart installations
• Provided systems and server management and oversight and resolution of network/connectivity and software issues for local and remote users
• Worked with Server OS performing setup, maintenance and troubleshooting for 2000, 2003, 2008, Responsible for building, configuring, and supporting workstations and servers.
• Performed hardware builds (upgrades and new machines), set up offsite backup systems, and contributed to system migrations
• Good hands on experience in building/managing Virtual Machines in Oracle and VMware virtual environments
• Experience in Windows Domain Controller, Active Directory configuration, users and group creation and management, folder permissions, network sharing, backup and maintenance
• Responsible for implementing and supporting Microsoft Office (2000, 2007, 2010) technologies
• Responsible for LAN/WAN administration and support
• Responsible upgraded and maintenance of server hardware components as per requirement.
• Worked with different hardware and software vendors to troubleshoot the hardware and software problems.
• Strong technical knowledge on Domain(Maintain and updating Domains CName and A Records in Godaddy.com, securepaynet.net, Net4in, Hostgator)
• Installed, configured and managed databases MS SQL 2000/2005 Server on Windows

JD for System Administrator

The main purpose of the role is to support the system administration part to carry out day to day task of troubleshooting and deployments as scheduled. This role reports into the Local SHE IT manager and Global ITS workplace team and works closely with different stakeholders to ensure smooth running IT/IS operation.

Core Mission:

• Support L1/L2 incidents or request raised end user.

• Deploy new computer images as companies’ standard using SCCM

• Co-Ordination with suppliers on parts replacement or repair activity

• Update all computer asset in CMDB or keep tracking asset in excel as per companies’ guidelines

• Support network related incident raised

• Support all L1/L2 ticket raised

• Support and troubleshoot printer and label printers

• Installation and deployment of Windows-10 and Windows-11 Operating System

• Installation of PC based software like – Office, Bartender, CodeSoft,etc

• Manage and keep track of all software and hardware assets.

• Keep track of asset allocation to users and shared resource

• Support Conference room and Barco Devices

Requirements:

• Good knowledge on Windows environment/Operating system Installations

• L1/L2 support for handling all service request and Incidents raised in helpdesk Tool

• Good Knowledge on SCCM Software deployment, Application installations

• Good knowledge on applications installations Like – Catia tools , inhouse tools or engineering apps installations etc.

• Coordination with Vendor for defective part replacement of workstation, Laptop

• Basic understanding of networking concepts(TCP, UDP, Routing)

• Good Command on troubleshooting of Windows OS related issues.

• Good knowledge on Scripting shell –Like – power shell or any other tool added advantage

• If any certification of MCP or MCITP-(Microsoft Certified IT Professional) added advantage

• The minimum experience will be 1 to 2 Years.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full OS lifecycle including installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades across HPC environments
• Monitor system performance across compute nodes, login nodes, and HCI infrastructure, ensuring reliability and uptime
• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis for system-level issues and incidents
• Support configuration management and automation using scripting and relevant tools
• Work with internal and external teams to resolve incidents and maintain service continuity
• Participate in on-call rotation to support critical escalations
• Ensure adherence to operational standards, documentation practices, and ITIL processes

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in system administration, or infrastructure operations
• Strong hands-on experience with Linux (preferably Red Hat Enterprise Linux)
• Familiar with cluster management, job scheduling, and monitoring tools
• Proficiency in scripting (e.g. Bash, Python) and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible, Puppet, Chef)

Tyson Jay Management Pte Ltd | EA License No.: 24C2479

Ivan Lim | EA Personnel No.: R1109856

HPC Administrator (Linux / Cluster / System Administrator) – 1–3 Years Experience

Role Overview

We are seeking a High Performance Computing (HPC) Administrator to support the deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of HPC clusters, Linux systems, and IT infrastructure. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in Linux system administration, cluster computing, and data center environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of HPC clusters (compute, storage, networking)
• Monitor system performance, job scheduling (Slurm, PBS, LSF), and resource utilization
• Install, configure, and patch Linux/Unix systems (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Manage CPU-based servers (bare metal and virtualized environments – VMware/KVM)
• Perform system monitoring, health checks, troubleshooting, and incident management
• Assist with user onboarding, access control (LDAP/AD), and environment configuration
• Support cluster scaling, performance tuning, and HPC optimization
• Work with networking (TCP/IP, DNS) and storage systems (NAS, SAN, parallel file systems)
• Maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and runbooks

Required Skills & Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in Linux System Administration / Infrastructure Support / HPC Operations
• Exposure to HPC environments, cluster computing, or high-performance systems
• Strong hands-on experience with:Linux OS (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)Server management (physical servers, virtualization)
• Understanding of:Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, SSH)Storage technologies (NAS, SAN, distributed or parallel file systems)
• Experience with scripting (Bash, Shell, Python)
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with GPU computing / GPU clusters (NVIDIA, CUDA)
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP – HPC workloads)
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, Zabbix)
• Knowledge of DevOps tools (Ansible, Terraform – basic exposure)

Human Resources Administrator

• Location: Tuas Crescent
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 830am – 515pm
• Company transport provided: Pick-up points at Marsiling MRT Station & Jurong East MRT Station
• Salary: $3000 - $3800

Job Purpose:

• To provide administrative and HR support within Company’s policy and procedure as well as engaging the staff at all levels to contribute to the achievement of the Company’s strategic goals.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Diploma in Human Resource Management / Administration / Business Studies
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an administrative or HR support role
• Training Provided

Responsibilities:

• Providing comprehensive administrative support, including filing, data entry, and document management.
• Answer phone calls, transfer them and take messages for the right department.
• Coordinate with vendors for the procurement, maintenance, and renewal of services and equipment such as water filtration, floor mats, indoor plants, cleaning services, and staff transportation.
• Prepare and process monthly food voucher distribution for eligible staff.
• Monitor and replenish pantry and stationery supplies.
• Support in monthly payroll, including attendance checking and overtime processing.
• Source and administer training needs (sourcing, administration & registration).
• Assist in the application, renewal, and cancellation of work passes.
• Liaise with vendors on dormitory issues.
• Plan and organize employee welfare/engagement activities/ company events.
• Any ad-hoc activities within HR and Admin functions as assigned by HR Manager, from time to time.

Interested applicants kindly submit your resume through here or Whatsapp +65 9019 3218 (Joevy), and allow our Consultant to match you with our Clients. No Charges will be incurred by Candidates for any service rendered.

Tan Yu Jing Reg No: R26161199

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte Ltd EA No: 14C7279

We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to manage and support mission-critical enterprise Linux infrastructure environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for Linux server administration, operating system upgrades, performance tuning, troubleshooting, automation, high-availability clustering, security compliance, and infrastructure support.

Key Responsibilities

Administer, maintain, and support enterprise Linux server environments, primarily Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), across production, testing, and disaster recovery platforms.

Perform Linux operating system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management activities.

Manage and support Linux-based infrastructure services including DNS, NTP, LVM (Logical Volume Manager), file systems, storage management, and system monitoring tools.

Implement, configure, and maintain high-availability and clustering solutions to ensure system resilience and business continuity.

Monitor server performance, conduct capacity planning, identify bottlenecks, and implement performance tuning recommendations.

Investigate and resolve complex Linux operating system issues, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and implement preventive measures.

Support incident, problem, and change management processes in accordance with ITIL best practices.

Develop and maintain shell scripts and automation solutions to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual administrative tasks.

Collaborate with infrastructure, network, database, middleware, and application teams to support production systems and project implementations.

Review and approve infrastructure-related changes, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and operational standards.

Manage backup and recovery processes, system health monitoring, and disaster recovery readiness.

Implement Linux security hardening, user access management, privilege controls, and vulnerability remediation activities.

Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and system configuration standards.

Support internal and external audits by providing infrastructure documentation, evidence, and compliance reports.

Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior system administrators and support teams.

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Linux system administration within enterprise-scale environments.
• Strong experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers in production environments.
• Proven experience with Linux server installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with Linux clustering and high-availability solutions such as Veritas Cluster Server, Pacemaker, Corosync, or equivalent technologies.
• Strong knowledge of Linux performance tuning, system diagnostics, and capacity management.
• Experience with Logical Volume Manager (LVM), file system administration, storage management, and server hardening.
• Proficiency in Shell scripting (Bash/Korn Shell) for automation and operational support.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, NTP, SSH, routing, and network troubleshooting.
• Experience implementing Linux security controls, user access management, and vulnerability remediation.
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring and alerting tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Job Description & Requirements

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior level, Linux system administrator to support and maintain enterprise Linux infrastructure environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the stability, availability, security, and performance of Linux servers supporting business-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support enterprise Linux server environments across development, testing, production, and disaster recovery platforms.
• Perform Linux operating system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and maintenance activities.
• Monitor system health, availability, and performance, and implement corrective actions to ensure service reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Linux operating system, infrastructure, and application-related issues within agreed service levels.
• Conduct root cause analysis for system incidents and implement preventive measures to minimize recurring issues.
• Support capacity planning, system performance tuning, and infrastructure optimization initiatives.
• Manage Linux services, including file systems, storage, logical volume management (LVM), DNS, NTP, and user access administration.
• Implement and maintain server security controls, system hardening standards, and access management procedures.
• Develop and maintain shell scripts and automation tools to streamline operational processes and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with application, database, network, and infrastructure teams to support project implementation and production releases.
• Participate in change management activities, including impact assessments, implementation planning, and post-change validation.
• Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes to ensure business continuity requirements are met.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, operational procedures, and system configuration records.
• Assist with audit, compliance, and regulatory requirements by providing supporting documentation and evidence.
• Provide technical guidance to junior team members and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Linux system administration and infrastructure support within enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CentOS, Oracle Linux, or equivalent Linux distributions.
• Strong knowledge of Linux server administration, system troubleshooting, and performance monitoring.
• Experience in Linux patching, operating system upgrades, and production support activities.
• Working knowledge of Linux clustering, high-availability configurations, and disaster recovery concepts.
• Experience with shell scripting (Bash/Korn Shell) and automation of routine administration tasks.
• Good understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, NTP, SSH, and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of system security, access management, vulnerability remediation, and server hardening practices.
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring tools and incident management processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and support critical production environments.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and versatile Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, optimise, and secure our database infrastructure across multiple platforms and environments. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in both traditional and emerging database technologies, with hands-on experience in automation, performance tuning, and cloud-based solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Database Implementation & Operations

• Implement and manage databases based on architectural designs and technical specifications.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain data storage solutions across various database models and environments.
• Manage cloud-hosted database infrastructures, optimising for cost-effectiveness, performance, and reliability.

Performance & Optimisation

• Recommend tuning strategies, indexing approaches, and operational improvements to enhance system throughput.
• Perform query optimisation and troubleshoot performance issues across relational and non-relational systems.

Data Lifecycle & Reliability

• Establish and enforce data lifecycle policies, including retention, archival, and deletion practices.
• Develop, maintain, and validate backup and recovery procedures to ensure data availability and integrity.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure database security, access control, and compliance with organisational and regulatory standards.
• Work with cross-functional teams to enforce best practices for data governance and audit requirements.

Automation & Efficiency

• Automate routine administrative tasks to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Leverage scripting or automation tools to support deployment, monitoring, and maintenance activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in database administration across multiple architectures.
• Proficient in relational databases such as Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., Cassandra, MongoDB) is preferred.
• Familiarity with object storage systems (e.g., AWS S3, Nutanix Object Store) is advantageous.
• Knowledge of graph databases (e.g., Neo4j) and associated query languages is preferred.
• Strong foundation in performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimisation.
• Experience with data lifecycle management, retention, and archival strategies.
• Proficient in automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and ability to work collaboratively across teams.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful public sector digital platforms.
• Team-first culture with collaborative Agile practices.
• Access to modern testing tools and cloud-based DevOps environments.
• Structured career progression and skills development support.