About this role
Job title: Senior Database Administrator & Solutions Architect
About the Role
Vennote Technologies Limited is seeking an experienced database professional to lead a comprehensive assessment of a major Nigerian telecommunications provider's database environment, focusing on performance, security, scalability and high availability.
Key Responsibilities
- Audit MongoDB, PostgreSQL and Oracle database infrastructure, including replication, sharding and storage.
- Diagnose Linux/Unix performance issues and optimise system resources.
- Manage assessment workflows, project milestones and technical deliverables.
- Review database security, access controls, encryption and regulatory compliance.
- Evaluate data models and indexing for high-volume subscriber and CDR processing.
- Develop infrastructure growth plans and assess disaster recovery and backup systems.
- Present technical findings and strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders.
Requirements
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8+ years of DBA and database architecture experience, with at least 5 years specialising in MongoDB, PostgreSQL and Oracle.
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Strong Linux/Unix administration and shell scripting skills.
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Experience with Kubernetes/OpenShift and containerised deployments.
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Proven project management and technical delivery experience.
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Experience supporting high-volume, low-latency telecommunications environments.
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Expertise in MongoDB 6.0/7.0+, Ops Manager, Cloud Manager and performance monitoring tools.
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Preferred Qualifications
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MongoDB Certified DBA, Oracle Certified Professional or AWS/Azure Solutions Architect certification.
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PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile Scrum Master certification.
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Knowledge of NDPR requirements.
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Experience with ELK Stack.
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Application Deadline
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December 30, 2026