Database Administrator
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Job Overview
Location
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Financial Services
Experience Level
Mid-level (3-5 years)
About the Company
Our client is a dynamic fin-tech company at the forefront of digital innovation. They specialize in providing cutting-edge digital banking and payment solutions.
These solutions empower businesses, governments, and individuals with seamless and efficient financial services. The company is committed to leveraging technology to transform the financial landscape and enhance user experience for millions.
Job Description
Our client, a leading fin-tech innovator, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced MSSQL Database Administrator to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a professional passionate about ensuring optimal database performance, security, and availability within a fast-paced environment.
In this critical role, you will be instrumental in managing SQL Server databases across all phases of the product lifecycle, from initial development to supporting mission-critical production systems. Your expertise will directly contribute to the seamless operation of innovative digital banking and payment solutions that power financial services for businesses, governments, and individuals.
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Required Skills
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.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with SQL Database.
- Strong understanding of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies for SQL Server.
- Extensive experience in 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 written and verbal communication skills.
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<p>This pivotal role involves the comprehensive management of SQL Server databases throughout their entire lifecycle, from initial development to mission-critical production environments.</p> <p>You will be responsible for configuring and maintaining database servers, ensuring peak performance, high availability, and robust security. Success in this position means proactively resolving issues, optimizing queries, and collaborating closely with development teams to support innovative financial solutions.</p>
Posted Date
March 10, 2026
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