Data Science Services (DBA) Level 2 at Quintevo Nigeria Limited

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) – Level 2 to support the design, administration, and optimization of enterprise databases for data science and business operations. This role involves ensuring database performance, security, and availability while assisting with advanced analytics and data-driven projects. The DBA will work closely with developers, analysts, and data scientists to maintain efficient data environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Administer and maintain enterprise databases (SQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or similar).
2. Monitor database performance and implement tuning, indexing, and optimization.
3. Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.
4. Support data science and analytics teams with reliable, high-quality data.
5. Ensure database security, access control, and compliance with data governance.
6. Develop and maintain scripts for automation and database management tasks.
7. Assist in data modeling, schema design, and integration activities.
8. Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents and performance issues.
9. Collaborate with Level 3 DBAs and architects on upgrades and migrations.
10. Document database procedures, standards, and known issues.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
2. 5+ years’ experience as a DBA or in database support.
3. Proficiency in SQL and database management tools.
4. Experience with database backup, recovery, and security practices.
5. Familiarity with cloud databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or Google Cloud SQL) is an advantage.
6. Strong scripting skills (Python, Shell, PowerShell).
7. Knowledge of data governance and compliance frameworks.
8. Certifications such as Oracle DBA, Microsoft SQL Server, or AWS/Azure Data Certifications are a plus.
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.