Database Administrator

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive. Your day at NTT DATA The Database Administrator is a seasoned subject matter expert, responsible for ensuring the availability, integrity and performance of critical data assets. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to support data-driven applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement robust backup and recovery strategies. The Database Administrator works closely with closely with Change Control, Release Management, Asset and Configuration Management and Capacity and Availability Management to establish the needs of users, monitoring user access and security and assists in controlling access to databases environments through permissions and privileges. Key responsibilities: Performs the installation, configuration, and maintenance of database management systems (DBMS), including SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or others, as required. Collaborates with software developers/architects to design and optimize database schemas, data models, and database-related applications. Assists with the mapping out of the conceptual design for a planned database. Participates in the writing of database documentation, including data standards, data flow diagrams, standard operating procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata). Monitors database performance, identifies performance bottlenecks, and optimizes queries and indexing for optimal database performance. Continuously monitors database systems to ensure availability, proactively identify potential issues, and takes appropriate actions. Designs and implements robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data availability and business continuity. Monitors production databases regularly or respond to any database issues by bringing down the database or taking the database offline. Proactively supports the development of database utilities and automated reporting. Works closely with the Change Control and Release Management functions to commission and install new applications and customizing existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose. Plans and executes database software upgrades and applies patches to keep systems up-to-date and secure. Communicates regularly with technical, applications and operational employees to ensure database integrity and security. Ensures data integrity and consistency by performing regular data validation, integrity checks, and data cleansing activities. Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, network engineers, and business stakeholders, to support database-related initiatives. Provides technical support to end-users, assists with…