Database Developer

Database Developer

Senior Database Developers are responsible for leading the data gathering before development of a database. They design, develop, test, implement and maintain new and existing databases. Database developers create management methods and systems to access efficiently to information stored in databases. They work with consultants and other members of the company to improve processes.

Working relationships

Application Developers - working very closely with dev teams responsible.
Project Managers - working very closely with project managers effectively working across multiple projects and delivering to deadlines.

Responsibilities

Provide database support services at all times to ensure continuous system availability.
Assist in design, development and implementation of database systems.
Perform database upgrades and migrations to support IT projects.
Optimize database systems for performance and operational efficiency.
Perform data back-up and archival on regular basis.
Maintain standard data recovery processes to improve recoverability time.
Stay updated on latest developments in database services and technologies.
Implement security features to protect and secure database systems.
Respond to queries related to database from customers.
Test databases and perform bug fixes.
Recommend solutions to improve database management.
Guide programmers in database design and development.
Resolve issues related to database design and management.
Conduct trainings to junior staff on database design, development and maintenance activities.

Skills and Qualifications

Must be detail oriented, a self-starter and a strong team player
Good verbal and written communication, time management and organisational skills
Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
Develop test data and analyze problems in programs
Recognize the critical elements of complex application problems, develop and evaluate data, determine solutions, and make logical recommendations
Express difficult and complex concepts clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
Write clear and logical reports, program documentation, and instructions
Work effectively and independently on assigned projects
Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with administrators, technical and functional team members, and users
Train system users effectively
Meet established priorities and schedules
Learn and apply new concepts in information technology
Learn the characteristics of new systems and update skills to adapt to changing technology

General Skills (non-technical)

Strong analytical skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to make decisions and be accountable for decisions and actions
Strong attention to detail
Effective planning and organisation skills
Copes well under pressure and with uncertainty
Flexible and adaptable in the face of changing priorities or circumstances
Drives for results
Problem solving ability

Experience Required

Experience in Datamodelling projects
Experience in database development (5 years +)