SQL Database Administrator

Job Details

Posted: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Deadline: Monday, 29 September 2025
Basic salary

Job Description

A top-tier financial services group is hiring a SQL Database Administrator to manage the performance, integrity, and security of its SQL databases. The role supports long-term business growth through data excellence, planning and implementing enhancements, and ensuring the smooth functioning of critical data infrastructure. The company values strong relationships, financial education, and digital innovation.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience as a database administrator
  • Cloud database experience
  • Ability to consult on data architecture and evaluate project impacts on architecture
  • Experience with SQL Server 2016 and 2019
  • Expertise in MS SQL Server database design and development (DB design, optimization, tuning, ETL, stored procedures, triggers, views)
  • Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Reporting Services (SSRS), and Analysis Services (SSAS) is beneficial
  • Practical experience with Microsoft SQL Always On
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Excellent troubleshooting and resolution skills
  • Analytical mindset
  • Results-oriented and team player
  • Matric and applicable tertiary experience or ICT-relevant diploma or degree
  • Relevant technical certifications
  • MCDBA certification is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and ensure the performance, integrity, and security of SQL databases
  • Plan and implement future database enhancements
  • Support business needs through optimized data management
  • Consult on and assess data architecture related to projects
  • Develop and optimize database solutions using MS SQL Server
  • Utilize SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS where applicable
  • Implement and manage Microsoft SQL Always On availability groups

Send your application via email

[email protected]

Additional Instructions

Send your CV and relevant certifications to Mavis at [email protected]. Quote reference number MAT59890. For details, call 011 463 3633 or visit www.e-merge.co.za.

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