Database Administrator at Renmoney

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Category: IT Operations

Job Description
We are the place for you, if:

• You’re excited about technology and the future, and you’re looking for a place to learn and grow.
• You care a lot about detail and pride yourself in impeccable execution.
• You can collect and analyze lots of data and feed in just the right amount of intuition to make sound decisions.
• You are ready to work extremely hard, at a fast pace, to achieve audacious goals.
• You love to speak up, ask questions and are comfortable challenging anyone or any idea.

The Position

• In this role, you’ll be required to keep the database up and running smoothly 24/7.
• The goal is to provide a seamless flow of information throughout the company, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users.

Responsibilities

• Setup and maintenance of existing End of day, month and other recurring data management processes
• Ensure uptime, availability and integrity of all data sources - this includes performance monitoring, Backups, Restores, changes, major and minor upgrades, Data sources integration to data warehouse, etc.
• Provide proactive and reactive data management support and training to users, including complex query definitions
• Database access, user management and Security according to existing framework and governance policies - this will also include revisions of existing policies.
• Training colleagues on data usage, where necessary

Requirements

• B.Sc. Degree in Engineering, Computer science or Information technology related course
• Minimum of 4 years relevant work experience
• Relevant certifications are desirable (Microsoft Certified Database Administrator; Microsoft SQL Server Certification; Oracles Database Administrator; Oracle Certified Professional

Technical Knowledge & Skills:

• Understanding and Management of Cloud and Storage Technologies (AWS / Google Cloud / Azure)
• Knowledge of 'relational database management systems' (RDBMS), 'object-oriented database management systems' (OODBMS) and XML database management systems
• Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity and structured query language (SQL)
• Strong experience on SQL Server maintenance, Advanced SQL Server concepts like indexes, stored procedures e.t.c with an emphasis on database efficiency.
• Familiarity with database design, documentation and coding
• Previous experience with DBA case tools (frontend/backend) and third-party tools
• Up-to-date knowledge of technology and the Data Protection Act
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, where the technology is constantly changing

This job is perfect for you if you:

• Are performance driven with a proven track record.
• Are a self-starter, take initiative, work collaboratively, and can self-manage in ambiguity
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have excellent investigation and diagnostic skills

You will not enjoy this job if you:

• Work best in structured, hierarchical settings
• Require clear, pre-set deliverables and constant direction
• Are used to working in/with a large team.

What’s in it for you

• You’ll receive competitive compensation and work with amazing people. You’ll work in a beautiful environment with a flat structure and solve complex, real-world challenges.