Database Administrator

About this role

A Database Administrator role at Unified Payment Services Limited in Lagos. The role supports data availability and security and involves working with multiple database platforms, collaborating with developers, and understanding user requirements. The employer operates as a payments and fintech company providing shared infrastructure for banks and payment services in Nigeria and beyond. The position targets graduates with a technical degree and relevant DBA experience, with professional database certifications considered an advantage.

What you would do

• Design stable and reliable databases using Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MSSQL.
• Collaborate with developers to improve applications and establish best practices.
• Gather user requirements and identify new features.
• Review queries and implement proper indexing.
• Prepare ETL scripts and migrate data between databases.
• Provide data management support to users.
• Contribute to design and overall product architecture.
• Resolve database usage issues and malfunctions.
• Ensure database programs meet performance requirements.
• Perform daily backups, data recovery, restoration, and replication.

What they are asking for

• BSc or HND in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics, Information Technology or related field.
• Professional certification in Oracle, PostgreSQL, MSSQL or MySQL is an advantage.
• 4 to 6 years of relevant DBA experience.

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