Application Database Administrator responsible for managing databases supporting applications at Assurity Trusted Solutions. Collaborating with developers and ensuring optimal database performance in a hybrid environment.
Responsibilities
Collaborating with application developers and system architects to design and develop database structures that align with the requirements of the organisation's applications.
Writing and optimising database queries to ensure efficient data retrieval and manipulation, thereby enhancing the performance of the applications.
Monitoring and fine-tuning database performance to improve the overall responsiveness and efficiency of the applications.
Creating and maintaining data models that accurately represent the organisation's data and its relationships, ensuring that the databases are well-structured and scalable.
Implementing automation processes for database deployment, configuration, and maintenance to streamline operations and reduce manual effort.
Implementing and maintaining security measures within the databases to protect sensitive data, including access controls, encryption, and security best practices.
Working closely with application developers to understand their database requirements, provide guidance on database best practices, and support them in optimising database interactions within their applications.
Resolving database-related issues, providing support to application developers, and participating in incident response and problem resolution efforts.
Requirements
Proficiency in database management systems such as Sybase, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL databases.
Strong understanding of database design principles, data modeling, and database development, including experience with SQL and database programming languages.
Experience in performance tuning, query optimisation, and database indexing to ensure efficient data retrieval and manipulation.
Knowledge of database security best practices, including access control, encryption, and compliance with relevant data protection regulations and standards.
Familiarity with database backup and recovery strategies, including disaster recovery planning and implementation.
Ability to troubleshoot database-related issues, provide support to application developers, and participate in incident response and problem resolution efforts.
Understanding of data integrity, data validation, normalisation, and data quality management within databases.
Proficiency in database automation, scripting, and scheduling tasks for database maintenance and management.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with application developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to support database requirements.
Previous experience in a database engineering or administration role, with a focus on application databases and their integration with software applications.
Ability to stay updated with the latest trends, tools, and best practices in database management and application development.
Benefits
A wholly-owned subsidiary of GovTech.
We promote a learning culture and encourage you to grow and learn.
Annual Leave Benefits with additional perks such as Family Care and Birthday Leave.
Contract Staff enjoys the same benefits as Permanent Employees.
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