Specialist; Database Administrator

Job Purpose

Perform database installation, configuration, maintenance, backups and recovery and keep the database smoothly up and running 24/7. Provide a seamless flow of information throughout the company, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform database installations of high availability and quality depending on each end user's systems.
• Manage the security and disaster recovery aspects of a database.
• Manage database users access permissions and privileges.
• Minimize database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses.
• Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required.
• Use high-speed transaction recovery techniques and backup data.
• Perform regularly backup, restoration tests and recovery plans to ensure database integrity.
• Work closely with IT project teams.
• Determine, enforce and document database policies, procedures and standards.

Knowledge and Skills

• Business understanding of systems in banking, and specifically knowledge of the Flexcube Core Banking System.
• Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and MariaDB.
• Technical Database Administration preferably Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and MariaDB. Unix Administration and Middleware services e.g. WebLogic application server; Documentation skills
• Behavioral Attention to detail; Good communication skills

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields.
• Professional certifications OCA and OCP in Oracle Database 12c and above is mandatory.
• At least 2 years of experience with Database Administration for Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and MariaDB.
• Experience in troubleshooting and resolving database problems.
• Experience in Performance Tuning and Optimization, using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
• Experience with backups, restores and recovery models.
• Experience in implementing operational automation using scripts.
• Experience working with Linux, Unix, Solaris and Windows Server.

NMB Bank Plc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving a gender balanced workforce.Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.NMB Bank Plc does not charge any fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.