Senior Database and Core Banking Application Administrator Jobs – Tropical Bank Limited

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Job Title:    Senior Database and Core Banking Application Administrator  

Organisation: Tropical Bank Limited

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Manager ICT

 

About US:

Tropical Bank Limited was established in 1973 under the name Libyan Arab Uganda Bank for Foreign Trade and Development. Tropical Bank Limited is jointly owned by the Governments of the Republic of Uganda 0.03% and the Libyan Foreign Bank (LFB) 99.97% of Paid-up Capital. The Bank provides professional and personalized commercial banking services to various sectors of the economy including financial support to Parastatals, Corporates, Small and Medium Enterprises, Individuals, and Non-Governmental Organisations.

 

Job Summary:  The Senior Database Administrator is responsible for the overall administration, management, and maintenance of the bank’s database systems. They will work closely with the Manager ICT and other IT professionals to ensure the secure, efficient, and reliable operation of the bank’s databases. The Senior Database Administrator will also provide technical expertise, guidance, and support to the database team.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Database Management:

  • Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of the bank’s database systems.
  • Monitor database performance, availability, and capacity to ensure optimal performance.
  • Implement and enforce data security and access control policies to protect the bank’s data assets.
  • Perform database backups, disaster recovery planning, and testing to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues and incidents in a timely manner.

Database Administration:

  • Manage and maintain database systems, including software patching and upgrades.
  • Develop and implement database policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Optimize database performance through performance tuning, query optimization, and index management.
  • Conduct regular performance monitoring and analysis to identify areas for improvement.
  • Ensure data consistency, integrity, and accuracy through regular data validation and cleansing activities.

Database Development and Support:

  • Collaborate with application developers and system analysts to design and implement efficient database structures and schemas.
  • Assist in the development and optimization of database-driven applications.
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance to the database development team.
  • Conduct database performance analysis and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Support application deployments, migrations, and upgrades that involve database systems.

Documentation and Reporting:

  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of database systems, including configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
  • Generate reports and metrics on database performance, availability, and security.
  • Prepare regular status updates and progress reports for management.

 




Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a Database Administrator, preferably in a banking or financial services environment.
  • Strong knowledge of database management systems, such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and MySQL
  • Proficiency in database administration tools and utilities.
  • Experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing.
  • Familiarity with database security principles and best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

 

How to Apply:

If you believe you meet the requirements for any position above, please submit your application letter together with your CV to our email only addressed to;

 

Head Human Resource,

Tropical Bank Ltd,

Plot 27 Kampala Road

P.O. Box 9485 Kampala. Uganda

 

Email to: humanresource@trobank.com

 

Please Note the following:

  • Candidates must put the Job title/position in the subject of the email during submission of their application.
  • Tropical bank does not ask for money or rewards in exchange for Job opportunities.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Deadline: 12th July 2023

 

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Date Posted 2023-07-12
Valid Through 2023-07-12
Employment Type FULL_TIME
Hiring Organization Tropical Bank
Job Location Kampala, Kampala, Kampala, 0256, Uganda

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