At iOCO, we’re driven by innovation and passionate about delivering top-tier technology solutions. We’re looking for an experienced AWS DBA to join our team and play a key role in optimizing and managing cloud-based database environments.
As an AWS DBA, you will be responsible for the administration, performance tuning, and security of cloud-based databases, ensuring high availability and reliability. Your role will also involve leveraging SQL Server expertise and incorporating DevOps practices to automate and optimize database operations.
What you’ll do:
- Administer, maintain, and optimize AWS-hosted databases
- Ensure SQL Server databases are secure, reliable, and high-performing
- Implement DevOps best practices to enhance automation, CI/CD, and database deployment efficiency
- Monitor and troubleshoot database performance issues
- Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to design scalable solutions
- Ensure data integrity, backups, and disaster recovery strategies are in place
- Stay up to date with AWS database services and emerging cloud technologies
Your expertise:
- Proven experience as a DBA, with a strong focus on AWS cloud environments
- Hands-on expertise with SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and optimization
- Familiarity with DevOps tools and methodologies (CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, automation)
- Knowledge of AWS RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, or similar cloud database technologies
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in database security, backup strategies, and disaster recovery planning
Other information applicable to the opportunity:
- Permanent or Contract
- Location: Cape Town
Why work for us?
- Work on cutting-edge cloud and database projects in a collaborative and innovative environment
- Engage with both technical teams and business stakeholders to drive digital transformation
- Be part of a team that leads cloud-powered innovation
- Grow your expertise with learning and career development opportunities
- Work alongside top tech experts in a fast-paced and exciting space
Desired Skills:
- Adaptability
- Authenticity
- Partnership
- Ingenuity
- Mastery