Junior Database Administrator

About the job

Title: Junior Database Administrator (SQL & MongoDB)

Location: Karachi (Onsite)

Timings: 7pm-4am

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Database Administrator (DBA) with 2–3 years of experience in managing Microsoft SQL Server and MongoDB environments. The candidate will assist in maintaining database performance, ensuring data integrity, and supporting business intelligence initiatives. Experience with Power BI will be considered a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

SQL Server:

• Manage SQL Server databases including installation, configuration, monitoring, backups, and restores.
• Optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, indexing, and performance tuning.
• Implement and monitor backup and disaster recovery plans.
• Manage SQL Server Agent jobs and automate routine tasks using scripts.
• Assist with security configurations and user access control.

MongoDB:

• Support MongoDB databases including setup, maintenance, and performance tuning.
• Monitor replica sets, sharding, and backups.
• Implement database security, role-based access control, and monitoring.

Cross-Functional / BI:

• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support database-related tasks.
• (Optional) Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Support ETL and data integration processes using SQL and MongoDB connectors/tools.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience as a DBA in SQL Server environments.
• At least 1 year of working experience with MongoDB (community or enterprise edition).
• Proficient in T-SQL scripting, query optimization, and performance troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with MongoDB administration tasks, monitoring tools, and backup strategies.
• Understanding of database security, compliance, and access control mechanisms.
• Exposure to Power BI or other BI tools (preferred but not mandatory).
• Good analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.