Database Administrator at Alfred & Victoria Associates

Alfred & Victoria Associates is one of Nigeria’s leading ICT solution based company. Our company offers a wide range of services which are in high demand of today’s emerging market. AVA has three major arms which have been streamlined to meet our customer’s needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Database Administrator

Location: Lagos

Job Description

We are looking for a Professional Database Administrator (DBA) who will keep the database up and running smoothly 24/7.
The goal is to provide a seamless flow of information throughout the company, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users.
You should be capable of productive collaboration with the development team to ensure system consistency, provide technical support and identify new requirements. You should also be organized and communicative.

Responsibilities

Create database systems of high availability and quality depending on each end user’s specialised role
Construct and implement database in accordance to end user’s information needs and views
Ensure data distribution to the right user, in appropriate format and in a timely manner
Utilize high-speed transaction recovery techniques and backup data
Ensure minimal database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses
Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required
Document database policies, procedures and standards, and ensure they are followed by the team
Organize tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity
Provide proactive and reactive data management support and training to users

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