Database Administrator (DBA)

Job Description

Title: Database Administrator (DBA)

Company Name: BURO Bangladesh

Vacancy: 1

Age: At most 35 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Tk. 75000 - 90000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 5 to 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks, Telecommunication, Software Company, IT Enabled Service, Financial Technology (Fintech) Startup

• Master of Science (MSc) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related discipline (preferred).

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, EEE/ETE, or a related field. (mandatory)

• 5 to 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks, Telecommunication, Software Company, IT Enabled Service, Financial Technology (Fintech) Startup

• Age At most 35 years

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in database administration.

• At least 5+ years of hands-on expertise in MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Oracle databases.

• Expertise in MSSQL HA (Always On, Clustering) and Oracle RAC/Data Guard.

• Strong knowledge of performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.

• Hands-on experience with RMAN, log shipping, and cloud-based DR solutions.

• Familiarity with cloud database platforms such as Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Oracle Cloud.

• Knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, and Bangladesh Bank regulatory guidelines.

• Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills.

• Certifications in MSSQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or cloud databases (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Oracle Cloud) will be considered an advantage.

Role Summary: BURO Bangladesh is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, optimize, and secure mission-critical databases supporting large-scale financial operations. The role requires expertise in MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Oracle environments, high availability configurations, performance tuning, and enterprise data security practices.
Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain MSSQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle database servers.

• Implement and maintain high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, including: Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, Oracle RAC, Oracle Data Guard, Log Shipping, etc.

• Monitor and optimize database performance, including indexing, query optimization, and resource planning.

• Perform regular backup and recovery procedures and ensure alignment with defined RPO/RTO requirements.

• Manage database access, security policies, encryption, and auditing in compliance with ISO 27001 and Bangladesh Bank guidelines.

• Execute patching, upgrades, and database migrations with minimal downtime.

• Collaborate with developers for query tuning, stored procedure optimization, and schema design.

• Troubleshoot complex database issues and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA).

• Maintain DR documentation, database architecture diagrams, and backup standards.

• Integrate databases with core banking, mobile apps, analytics systems, and third-party services.

• Salary during probationary period: ৳75,000 – ৳90,000 (Based on experience and expertise). After successful completion of probation, salary and grade will follow BURO Bangladesh policy.

• Three (03) Festival Bonuses per year, Provident Fund, Gratuity, and other admissible benefits as per organizational policies.