Database Administrator

Lagos · On-site

About this role

Our client is a fin-tech company providing innovative digital banking and payment solutions that power financial services for businesses, governments and individuals.
 
Job Summary
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced MSSQL Database Administrator to join our team. If you have hands-on experience managing SQL databases and a passion for ensuring optimal database performance and security, we want to hear from you.
 
Key Responsibilities 
  • Manage SQL Server databases across all stages of the product lifecycle, from development to mission-critical production systems.
  • Configure and maintain database servers and processes to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security.
  • Use data modeling techniques to support development and meet performance expectations.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in real-time, ensuring effective problem resolution.
  • Automate regular database processes, monitor issues, and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Collaborate with developers to optimize complex queries and refine database schemas.
  • Provide 24/7 support for critical production systems.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance and support deployment activities outside regular business hours.
  • Share knowledge and provide mentorship to other team members, fostering technical growth

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of experience using SQL Database.
  • Strong understanding of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies for SQL Server.
  • Extensive experience with MS SQL Server Administration.
  • Proven expertise in Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO) using native monitoring tools.
  • Solid knowledge of backup, restore, and recovery models.
  • Familiarity with Windows Server, including Active Directory.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Company at a glance

Alan & Grant, is a firm of consultants creating innovative HR & Enterprise Solutions. We focus on enabling performance improvements around our clients’ people, product and project concerns.

We work with different organizations to conceptualize, build and deploy bespoke solutions aimed at improving overall performance and align workforce to long-term corporate objectives ensuring sustained growth and profitability in the process.

Our core competences are in

HR Advisory Services

Organizational Development (structure, policies, systems audit and development), Outsourcing Management (including people, function and process areas), Employee/HR Analytics, Employee Performance Management Systems, Salary survey and payroll management, Job Evaluation & Design,

Human Capacity Development

Gap Analysis, Competency Assessment & Design, Training Plan Design & Management, Facilitation, Curriculum & Content Development, Graduate Trainee Induction, Learning Academy Design & Development.

Talent Acquisition

Workforce Planning, Talent Sourcing, Executive Recruitment & Selection, Role Outsourcing, Assessment Centre Design & Management.

Enterprise Solutions

Market Research, Product Performance Review, Strategy Development, Quarterly/Yearly Performance Review, Quality Management Systems (ISO Audit, Assessment and Certification Preparation)

Project & Programme Management

Founded2016
Team Size2-10 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryHuman Resources Services
Location
Ijebu North, Ogun State, Nigeria

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