Job Purpose
• The Junior Database Administrator will support the day-to-day monitoring, administration, verification, and operational support of the NBF database which comprise of Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL and MySQL database environments.
• The role will primarily focus on database monitoring, health checks, controlled execution of database scripts, pre- and post-change verification, implementation of approved DMR/change requests, incident support, documentation, and escalation of database issues to senior database administrators.
• The position is designed as an entry-level database operations role providing structured exposure to enterprise database technologies, production support processes, change management, operational resilience, and banking IT controls.
Key Accountabilities
• Performance, Monitoring & Capacity Management
• Database AI, Automation & Emerging Technologies
• Controlled Database Operations
• Documentation & Operational Controls
• Incident & Operational Support
Other Accountabilities
Other Accountabilities
Job Context
• The resource is expected to progressively develop capabilities in database administration, performance monitoring, backup and recovery, high availability, automation and troubleshooting.
• Support the monitoring and day-to-day operational administration of Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL and MySQL database environments.
• The role will focus primarily on database health monitoring, approved script execution, DMR/change implementation, verification, incident support, documentation and escalation.
• The resource will work with Team Lead Database and Head of IT Infrastructure on day to day BAU.
Education
Experience and Skills
Education level (Required/Equivalent)
• Bachelors/IT/Computer Applications.
Professional Qualifications (Desired)
• Certification/Formal Training (Foundation/Basic Level) in Software Development
• Desirable: MS SQL certification, ITIL certification
• Good analytical, documentation and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow controlled operational procedures.
Work Experience
• Minimum 1 or two years’ experience in Information Technology,
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
• Technical knowledge across multiple layers like SQL DBA, Windows Operating Systems.
• Must be a Good Team Player or Coordinator
• Must be able to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders of different nationalities
• Familiarity with international standards such as ITIL/CMMI/ISO
• Possess overall positive and collaborative attitude
Competencies Required for the Role
• Communicating effectively
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking