Database Administrator – Capitec Bank
Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA
Company: Capitec Bank Ltd
Purpose Statement
- To commission and ensure the efficient running/operation of the database management systems within Capitec Bank.
Experience
Min:
- External candidate 2+ years’ experience in database administration and design
- Internal candidate: 0+ years’ experience in database administration and design
- Internal candidate: 2+ years’ experience in Capitec IT database related development
Ideal:
- 4+ years’ experience Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle
- 2+ years’ experience in performance monitoring/analysis and capacity planning
- 1+ years’ experience in Operating System Administration
Qualifications (Minimum)
- Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational
Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)
- A relevant degree in Information Technology
- Certification in SQL Programming
Knowledge
Min:
Detailed knowledge of:
- SQL Server and\or MySQL and\or Oracle design and administration
- SQL Server and\or MySQL and\or Oracle performance and capacity analysis
- T-SQL and\or SQL\PSM Programming and optimization
A sound understanding of:
- IT systems development processes (SDLC lifecycle)
- Business continuity planning
- IT Operations
- SQL Server Internals and\or MySQL Server Internals
Ideal:
- A sound understanding of:
- Storage/SAN architecture
- Networking fundamentals
- Automation and scripting
- X86 Hardware architecture
- Knowledge of:
- Data warehousing
- Big data
- Cloud platforms
- NoSQL technologies (e.g. MongoDB)
Skills
- Communications Skills
- Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
- Planning, organising and coordination skills
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Project Management Skills (Methodology Specific)
Competencies
- Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
- Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
- Working with People
Additional Information
- Contactable via own mobile phone
- Clear criminal and credit record
- A valid driver’s license and own vehicle is required
- Willingness to travel nationally if and when required
- Willingness to work or be available over time and/or weekends if required