Senior Database Administrator

Reports to: IT Manager
Level: Senior
Location: Dar Es Salaam
Industry: Airline-Aviation
Job Type: Full time

Position Summary

The Senior Database Administrator will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of database systems that store and process sensitive immigration-related data. You’ll ensure database performance, security, and reliability to support critical operations such as enrollment processing, case management, and compliance monitoring. Your work will directly impact on the efficiency and accuracy of immigration services provided to clients.

Responsibilities

• Database Design & Optimization: Develop scalable, secure, and efficient databases to handle high volumes of immigration-related data, including applicant records, case statuses, and compliance reports.
• Data Security & Compliance: Implement strict data access controls and encryption techniques to protect sensitive personal and legal information, ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR and other immigration-specific data privacy laws.
• Performance Tuning: Optimize databases for fast query processing, especially for case management systems and reporting tools used by immigration officers and clients.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Establish comprehensive backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and availability during high-demand periods, like application deadlines.
• System Integration: Collaborate with development teams to integrate database solutions with immigration software platforms, APIs, and third-party systems (e.g., biometric data systems, payment gateways).
• Audit & Monitoring: Conduct regular audits of database activities to identify potential security breaches or inefficiencies, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including developers and legal compliance officers, to improve database systems and provide data insights for operational decision-making.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the system administration team and the NOC.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. A Master’s degree or certification in data security or compliance is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in database administration, preferably within industries managing sensitive data (e.g., government, legal, or aviation).
• Experience with database technologies such as Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Oracle.
• Knowledge of immigration systems or legal databases is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with cloud database solutions like AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or Google Cloud Spanner.
• Expertise in database security, including encryption, access control, and data masking techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills to manage large-scale, complex databases.
• Proficient in scripting for automation (e.g., Python, Bash) and query optimization (e.g., PL/SQL, T-SQL).
• Ability to support 24/7 operational environments, ensuring minimal downtime.
• At least one of the following certifications:
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
  • AWS Certified Database – Specialty
  • Oracle Database 19c Administrator Certified Professional
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili (spoken and written).
• Previous experience in the aviation industry is a plus.

Job Information

Date Opened: 21st September 2026
Closing date date: 1st October 2026