Database Administrator (DBA)

• Writing and maintaining scripts to automate DBA tasks
• Investigating and implementing automation of processes
• Perform routine, periodic, and proactive operation and monitoring
• Troubleshoot database related issues
• Perform patching and upgrades to ensure data security

• A proactive approach towards looking for risks and problems
• An ability to work both independently and in a team
• A willingness to investigate challenges and solve them
• Good organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Desirable Skills and Technologies

• Administration experience in a database technology such as Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, etc
• Experience of OS such as RHEL and Windows Server
• Experience in cloud technologies such as AWS and AWS database.
• Migrations into AWS
• Experience in Ansible
• Knowledge of database monitoring tools, such as OEM and Nagios
• Experience in scripting, such as Powershell and Bash
• Knowledge of database server clustering, failover, and disaster recovery
• Experience in database replication software, such as Data Guard, Replication Manager for PostgreSQL, and MongoDB ReplicaSets
• Experience in backup/recovery procedures and scripting

• Competitive compensation
• Pension scheme
• DXC Select - Our comprehensive benefits package (includes private health/medical insurance, childcare vouchers, gym membership and more)
• Perks at Work (discounts on technology, groceries, travel and more)
• DXC incentives (recognition tools, employee lunches, regular social events etc)