• Set the technology roadmap and standards for database technologies covering traditional RDBMSs as well as modern NoSQL / specialised databases
• Implement and maintain full operational lifecycle procedures from deployment, to maintenance/patching, backup/recovery and decomm using extensive automation
• Provide 24x7 operational support of database systems with responsibility for uptime, overall system performance, identifying root cause and implementing improvements to avoid recurrence
• Perform security compliance activities, e.g. security reviews, implementing security controls, logging etc
• Provide end-to-end support and advisory including support required by application developers Requirements
• Possess a degree in Information Technology or related fields with good experience in multiple data or database centric roles
• Experience working with Continuous Integration and Delivery and how it impacts persistent data tiers
• Experience working with other infrastructure teams / technologies
• Strong logical and analytical skills with the proven ability to learn new subjects quickly
