About the Role
Matshomo Group (Pty) Ltd is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to support a client project. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the installation, configuration, administration, maintenance, and optimisation of Microsoft SQL Server databases (including Azure SQL). This role requires both strategic and operational expertise, ensuring database integrity, security, availability, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases (2000–2025, including Azure SQL).
- Administer and troubleshoot SQL Server Clusters and Failover Cluster Instances (FCI) in high availability environments.
- Manage database security, integrity, access, and backups.
- Monitor and optimise system and query performance; resolve performance bottlenecks.
- Implement and maintain replication technologies (merge, peer-to-peer, transactional replication).
- Support SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS components.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, proposals, and performance reports.
- Ensure compliance with change management and security best practices.
- Provide architectural guidance, scalability assessments, and strategic planning support.
- Engage confidently with clients and stakeholders, providing expert advice and solutions.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ hands-on experience as a Microsoft SQL Server DBA.
- Strong expertise in SQL Server 2012–2025 and Azure SQL.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.
- MCSA: SQL Server (or equivalent, even if legacy).
- Proven experience with SQL Server Clusters, FCI, high availability environments, and enterprise deployments.
- Proficiency in scripting, automation, database design, backup/recovery strategies, and performance tuning.
- Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, and storage configurations.
Preferred/Added Advantage
- Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, CompTIA Security+, ITIL.
- Experience in presenting technical solutions and engaging with both technical and business stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and ability to work under pressure.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: R350,00 - R1 500,00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 60 per week
Work Location: Remote
Application Deadline: 2025/09/02
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