SBM Bank Kenya
Software & Data
Nairobi Full Time
Banking, Finance & Insurance
KSh Confidential
Job Summary
The Database Administrator is responsible for the design, configuration, deployment, maintenance, and management of databases.
Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Mid level
Experience Length:3 years
Job Description/Requirements
SBM is a leading financial services group in Mauritius, with a growing presence in the region, namely in Kenya, India and Madagascar. We serve a client base of more than 875,000 across the corporate, retail and high net worth segments and we provide adapted financial solutions supported by multi-channel capabilities within a universal banking model. The strategy of the Group revolves around modernisation and diversification of its offering, expansion of its markets, enhancement of capabilities prominently with respect to human capital, and effective risk management.
Our employees – currently more than 2,500 across the Group – are at the heart of our growth strategy. In our quest to be the employer of choice, we are laying increasing emphasis on developing and nurturing talent. SBM aims to become a reference in creating talent for a smarter tomorrow.
For a smarter tomorrow
Open your door to success by joining us in the following challenging position.
Database Administrator
Job Purpose:
The Database Administrator is responsible for the design, configuration, deployment, maintenance, and management of databases. The DBA is also responsible for the design, extension, integration, maintenance, and management of Cloud-based DBMS.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure day-to-day management, administration, monitoring, and support of databases
• Ensure that proactive housekeeping and other measures are taken to mitigate risk of database failures impacting customer service and operations
• Perform database installation, upgrade, migration, recovery, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database related issues
• Carry out proactive monitoring to detect potential issues and maintain database uptime
• Ensure continuous identification of improvement areas to enhance existing databases
• Carry out the implementation of established security policies to ensure data protection, control, and auditing
• Perform DR Drills as per established calendars
• Ensure compliance with database licensing policy
• Define Cloud database management architectural guidelines, monitoring and continuity design
• Advise on rationalizing DBMS infrastructure and when and where to replace aging DBMS assets with new assets and when to use the Cloud and dbPaaS as a primary platform
• Be responsible for Cloud data migration, database application analysis and design, optimization testing, support and management of cloud Database infrastructure
• Predict DB usage and capacity requirements through modelling and analysis to anticipate demand
• Training staff in the skills required for migration to Cloud and new DBMS assets
• Perform any other related duties as may be required
Capabilities & Skills:
• Experience to set up database including clustering, replication, backups, monitoring and perform performance tuning
• Conversant with Unix, Linux and Windows operating platforms
• Conversant with Shell Script programming for automation of database repetitive tasks
• Oracle and MSSQL database platforms
• Conversant with best practices and techniques to maintain and enhance information security
• Knowledge of business continuity/disaster recovery planning processes and procedures
• Database licensing models
• Relational and non-relational database management systems
• Cloud-based migration, deployment models, and database platform as a service (dbPaaS)
• Creative and technical problem-solving techniques while installing, configuring, and maintaining DBMS
• Experience in designing or implementing optimal Database solutions for the requirements
• Awareness/Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks as applicable to the BFSI sector
Qualifications, Experience & Skills:
• University degree in Computer Science or related field
• Database Certification from a recognized training institute
• Cloud Certification with specialization in Database from leading CSPs is an advantage
• ITIL & DevOps is an advantage
• At least 5 years’ work experience in Information Technology, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in Database Administration and Cloud DBMS
• Experience in Cloud/IT Security is an advantage
• Fluent in English and French (both verbal and written)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
• Dedicated team player
• Strongly motivated and available to work outside normal hours
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills
If you believe in taking new challenges with the right mindset, please refer to our website for full details and complete our online application form on www.sbmgroup.mu/vacancies by Sunday, 19th February 2023.
We thank you for your interest and invite you to grow with us.
Kindly note:
All applications will be dealt with in strict confidence.
Please favour online application.
The Group reserves the right to call only the best candidates for interview OR not to fill this position following this advertisement.
SBM is an equal opportunity employer.
One step in the right direction and a giant leap for your career.