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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Database Analyst to join our technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing database systems to ensure they operate efficiently and securely. You will work closely with IT professionals to assess system requirements, design database management solutions, and implement these solutions effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices. You will also be involved in the planning and development of the database, as well as troubleshooting any issues on behalf of the users. Your goal will be to ensure that the database systems offer the highest levels of performance, availability, and security. In addition to technical skills, you will need excellent problem-solving abilities and a keen attention to detail. This role requires staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in database management, as well as understanding the specific needs of our business to provide the most effective solutions.
Responsibilities
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- Monitor database performance, implement changes, and apply new patches and versions when required.
- Ensure database integrity, stability, and system availability.
- Assist in database design and architecture to support application development projects.
- Identify and resolve database performance issues, database capacity issues, and other database-related problems.
- Work with development teams to optimize queries and improve database performance.
- Implement and maintain database security measures to safeguard information.
- Conduct regular system audits to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines.
- Develop strategies for database disaster recovery and back-up procedures.
- Stay informed of new technologies and best practices in database management.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Proven experience as a Database Analyst or similar role.
- Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices.
- Experience with database software/web applications.
- Knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity, and SQL.
- Familiarity with database design, documentation, and coding.
- Previous experience with DBA case tools (frontend/backend) and third-party tools.
- Familiarity with programming languages API.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to think algorithmically.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with database management systems?
- How do you ensure database security and data protection?
- What methods do you use to optimize database performance?
- Can you explain a challenging database issue you resolved?
- How do you stay updated with the latest in database technologies?
- What experience do you have with cloud-based database solutions?
- How do you approach disaster recovery planning for databases?
- Can you discuss your experience with SQL and NoSQL databases?
- What is your process for testing and implementing new database systems?
- How do you handle data integrity and confidentiality?