Job Description

This is a brilliant opportunity for a SQL Database Administrator to gain Data Warehousing experience with a leading EduTech Company.

This SQL Database Administrator position is based in CAPE TOWN and is offering R900K.

THE COMPANY:
This is an established and successful Private TERTIARY EDUCATION COLLEGE. With campuses throughout South Africa and a GLOBAL online presence, they provide specialist tertiary tuition to 5000 students – through on-campus learning, E-Learning, and a full suite of online educational programs.

THE ROLE:

As the SQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining relational databases, as well as re-designing, enhancing, and migrating existing databases. You will identify and rectify slow queries causing bottlenecks within the application stack, as well as write, test, and deploy SQL patches. Additionally, you will play a key role in planning and implementing processes for data extraction, transformation, and loading between applications and systems. Lastly, you will write SQL queries to support regular and ad-hoc management reports, as well as write validation SQL to ensure the accuracy of exported data for reporting purposes.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

At least 4 years’ experience as a Database Administrator

Experience in SQL databases, including MySQL, MariaDB, and Microsoft SQL Server.

Experience with SSIS database development.

Experience in database mirroring, sharding and replication.

Experience and skills in Azure data analysis, warehousing, and related technologies.

Advanced SQL skills in report writing.

Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate) is advantageous.