Database Administrator (2-3 Yrs) at Pepperfry

Pepperfry is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Database Administrator with 2-3 years of experience to join our IT team in Thiruvananthapuram. This role is crucial for maintaining the integrity, performance, and security of our database systems, which are vital to our e-commerce operations. The ideal candidate will have a B.Sc degree and a solid understanding of database management principles. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth database operations, supporting application development, and implementing best practices for data management.

Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and upgrade database software.
- Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal functionality.
- Implement and maintain database security measures, including access controls and data encryption.
- Perform regular database backups and recovery operations.
- Develop and maintain database documentation, including schemas and operational procedures.
- Assist developers with database design, querying, and optimization.
- Ensure data integrity and consistency across all database environments.
- Respond to database-related incidents and requests in a timely manner.
- Participate in database capacity planning and performance tuning.