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Database Administrator

Database Administrator

NXT LABSIslamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
2 hours ago
Job description

Key Responsibilities :

  • Install, configure, and maintain MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and MongoDB databases across development, staging, and production environments.
  • Implement High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions using technologies such as MySQL InnoDB Cluster, Group Replication, Oracle Data Guard, PostgreSQL Patroni or EFM, and SQL Server Always On.
  • Manage and support cloud-hosted databases on platforms such as AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database, Oracle Cloud Database, or Google Cloud SQL.
  • Perform database backup and recovery, ensuring zero data loss and minimal downtime (RPO / RTO objectives).
  • Optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing strategies, memory optimization, and workload balancing.
  • Manage transactional and analytical workloads (OLTP and OLAP) efficiently across distributed and hybrid environments.
  • Participate in database migrations and data unification projects (e.g., MSSQL → MySQL, MariaDB → MySQL).
  • Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to design robust database architectures that meet business performance goals.
  • Implement monitoring and alerting systems for proactive database health management.
  • Ensure security, auditing, and compliance across all database platforms.
  • Create technical documentation, SOPs, and architecture diagrams for database deployments.

Required Experience & Qualifications :

  • 5 years of experience in database administration.
  • Strong expertise in MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Hands‑on experience with HA / DR implementation, replication, and clustered environments.
  • Experience managing cloud‑based databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Oracle Cloud, GCP SQL).
  • Proficiency in SQL, performance tuning, and query optimization.
  • Experience with Linux systems (Red Hat, Oracle Linux, CentOS, SUSE) and Windows Server for SQL Server environments.
  • Familiarity with shell scripting, automation, and monitoring tools.
  • Understanding of data modeling, partitioning, and storage optimization.
  • Experience in data warehouse management and real‑time replication (e.g., Oracle GoldenGate, SQL Server Replication).

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Certifications in Oracle (OCP / Autonomous Database) and MySQL administration.
  • Experience working with cloud database services (AWS, Azure, or Oracle Cloud).

    • Soft Skills :

  • Strong problem‑solving and analytical mindset.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to manage priorities in fast‑paced production environments.
  • Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and proactive in issue resolution.

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