Database Administrator
Union Bank of Nigeria
Job Overview
Location
Nigeria
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Finance & Banking
Experience Level
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Application Deadline
June 3, 2026
About the Company
Job Description
Union Bank of Nigeria is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator to join its dynamic team.
This role is crucial for managing, securing, and optimizing the bank's database systems to ensure exceptional availability, performance, and data integrity.
You will be responsible for hands-on experience with leading database technologies such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, or PostgreSQL. Key duties include database performance tuning, implementing robust backup and recovery procedures, and managing security protocols.
The ideal candidate will possess strong SQL scripting skills, proficiency in query optimization, and experience with high availability solutions. Familiarity with cloud platforms like Azure or AWS is a significant advantage, as is a solid understanding of data governance within the financial services environment.
To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.
Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Manage, secure, and optimize database systems
- Ensure high availability, performance, and data integrity
- Perform database performance tuning
- Implement backup and recovery procedures
- Manage database security
- Write and optimize SQL scripts
- Configure and maintain high availability solutions
Qualifications
- 3-7 years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator
- Experience in the banking sector is desirable
- Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, or PostgreSQL
- Proficiency in database performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security management
- Hands-on experience with SQL scripting, query optimization, and stored procedures
- Familiarity with database monitoring tools
- Experience with high availability solutions (clustering, replication, Always On)
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) is an added advantage
- Solid understanding of data governance, compliance, and risk management
How to Apply
Send your application to talents@unionbankng.com, using the job title as the subject of the email.
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The Nigerian financial sector is undergoing significant digital transformation, demanding robust and secure database management. This role is critical for ensuring the high availability, performance, and integrity of Union Bank's core database systems. You will leverage expertise in SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL, focusing on performance tuning, backup and recovery strategies, and advanced security protocols. Your impact will directly influence the bank's operational efficiency and data governance, supporting its strategic objectives in a competitive market.
Posted Date
May 20, 2026