Junior Database Administrator - Hybrid - BGC - Up to 60K

• Design, configure, and troubleshoot advanced database instances, replication, backup, partitions, storage, and access.
• Administer and manage user privileges within the database environment, ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Proactively monitor and optimize system performance through advanced techniques such as index tuning, disk optimization, and other performance-enhancing methodologies.
• Mentor and guide team members by implementing and advocating database best practices, contributing to the advancement of their technical skillsets.
• Oversee and manage database reports and ETL processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead efforts to automate repetitive database tasks, improving overall operational efficiency.
• Evaluate and recommend system changes to mitigate risks, prevent incident recurrence, and enhance overall database performance.
• Create comprehensive documentation, including major incident reports, service specifications, and change requests.
• Develop and maintain database documentation, establishing data standards, procedures, and definitions within the data dictionary (metadata).
• Lead and guide the database team, ensure optimal performance, implement best practices, and oversee the strategic direction of the database infrastructure.
• Mentor team members, promote collaboration, and drive continuous improvement in database administration processes.

• Demonstrate 3+ years of hands-on experience creating, maintaining, and supporting databases in a high-transactional environment.
• Exhibit proficiency in SQL Language and advanced skills in SQL tuning.
• Proven experience in database performance tuning, optimization, backup, and recovery strategies.
• Expertise in replication configuration in MySQL and MariaDB environments.
• Apply critical thinking skills, collaborating effectively across teams and providing leadership beyond immediate responsibilities.
• Proficient in writing and optimizing complex SQL statements.
• Experience in handling very large volume of data.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of industry standards and best practices in database administration.
• Must hold at least a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication), or an equivalent qualification.

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