Database Admin at Smart Applications International at Smart Applications International in Kenya

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    Database Admin at Smart Applications International

    Posted

    5 months ago

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    ICT & Telecommunications
    Data, Analytics & AI

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    Job Description

    The key responsibility for this role is to ensure the optimal performance of Smart database and associated functionality and essentially ensure that the Smart databases meet user requirements.

    Key Responsibilities

    1. Provide 24/7 support to ensure high availability, integrity, security, and performance of Smart’s databases.
    2. Assist with database maintenance, installations, configurations, upgrades, and patch management for Oracle, MSSQL, and MySQL environments.
    3. Perform daily backups, verify data integrity, and support restore processes.
    4. Monitor database logs, performance, and abnormal activities, escalating issues as necessary.
    5. Provide first-level troubleshooting for database incidents and support customer service inquiries under defined SLAs.
    6. Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, configurations, backup schedules, and incident resolutions.
    7. Generate regular database performance reports and ensure compliance with database standards.
    8. Work closely with senior DBAs, internal teams, and other departments to support business systems.
    9. Stay updated on Smart solutions, current database trends, and attend training to enhance skills.

    Required Qualifications

    • Holder of a bachelor’s degree in lieu demonstrate experience in database administration and a professional qualification.
    • An experience of 2 years working with PostgreSQL.
    • Strong PostgreSQL query writing, tuning skills, and shell scripting.
    • Hands-on knowledge of backup and recovery methods and tools.
    • Experience with high availability and disaster recovery including data replication.
    • Solid understanding of Linux and Windows Server environments.
    • Familiarity with automation tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Kubernetes for DB deployment/management.

    Job Details

    Estimated Salary Range

    KES 65,000 – 95,000 / monthBased on Kenyan market rates for similar roles

    Salary Type

    Monthly

    Job Function

    Data, Analytics & AI

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: To apply for this role, please click the 'Click Here to Apply' link on the original job posting. For CV review and upgrade services, you can send 'CV Review & Upgrade'.

    Tips for this role:

    1. Highlight PostgreSQL Expertise: Clearly demonstrate your 2 years of experience with PostgreSQL, emphasizing query writing, tuning, and shell scripting skills with specific examples.

    2. Showcase HA/DR Knowledge: Detail your hands-on experience with backup, recovery, high availability, and disaster recovery methods, including data replication.

    3. Emphasize System Administration: Underscore your solid understanding of both Linux and Windows Server environments, as this is crucial for database administration.

    4. Mention Automation Tools: If you have familiarity with automation tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Kubernetes, ensure it's visible, as this indicates a modern approach to DB management.

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