Database Administrator - Cloud

Database Administrator - Cloud - Cape Town

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain cloud-native databases (Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or other cloud DBs).
• Monitor and tune database performance, including query optimization, indexing, and resource allocation.
• Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions for cloud databases.
• Manage encryption, authentication, and access controls to ensure data security.
• Ensure compliance with POPIA, ISO 27001, and other regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with application teams for database design, scaling, and troubleshooting.
• Automate database maintenance tasks using scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Prepare technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator, preferably in cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of cloud-native database platforms (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB).
• Expertise in performance tuning, indexing, query optimization, and high availability setups.
• Experience with encryption, access control, and role-based security.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance: POPIA, ISO 27001, GDPR.
• Scripting/automation experience (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Relevant certifications preferred:
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300)
  • Oracle Database Administrator Certified Professional
  • AWS Certified Database Specialty
  • Other cloud database certifications