Teamware Solutions is seeking a dedicated Database Administrator (DBA) - L2 to ensure the robust performance, availability, and security of our critical database systems. You will play a key role in supporting our diverse database environments, performing routine administration, troubleshooting complex issues, and contributing to database optimization and maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine database administration tasks including installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades for various database technologies.
- Monitor database health, performance, and capacity, taking proactive steps to resolve issues and ensure optimal operation.
- Execute and verify database backups and recovery procedures to safeguard data integrity and availability.
- Conduct performance tuning of SQL queries and database configurations to enhance application response times.
- Manage database security, user access, and permissions in compliance with organizational policies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex database-related incidents and problems, acting as an escalation point for L1 support.
- Participate in database design reviews, contribute to schema changes, and support application development teams.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Database Administrator at an L2 support level.
Skills Required:
- Strong proficiency in administering at least one major relational database such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
- Solid experience with database backup and recovery methodologies (e.g., RMAN for Oracle, native backups for SQL Server).
- Hands-on experience with database performance monitoring and tuning tools.
- Understanding of database security principles and user management.
- Ability to write and optimize SQL queries.
- Familiarity with operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows Server) relevant to database hosting.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills for database issues.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions (e.g., Oracle RAC/Data Guard, SQL Server AlwaysOn).
- Knowledge of NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis).
- Familiarity with cloud database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database).
- Scripting proficiency (e.g., Shell, Python, PowerShell) for automation.
- Relevant database administration certifications.
