Teradata DBA

VACANCY

Teradata DBA

LOCATION

Watford Area

START DATE

ASAP

DURATION

6 months+

TASKS

Role and responsibilities:

* Performs database troubleshooting and performance monitoring and ensures that incident issues are resolved effectively and quickly using the client's toolsets.

* Performs cross team service troubleshooting, highlighting issues and effectively in resolution of problems.

* Delivers, to demanding timescales, project work including the build or enhancement of Teradata systems.

* Implements Teradata Software installs and upgrades by liaising with Teradata, other third party suppliers and internal teams.

* Identifies and documents procedures, policies, methods and practices to support existing systems. Acts as a quality gate for new systems introduced into Live service.

* Provide Live 2nd and 3rd line operational support activities on a 24x7 basis.

* Provides technical support for test systems including out of hours and weekend working.

* Stay up to date on all Teradata developments and suggested performance enhancements, along with known issues.

* Maintain a strong backup/recovery procedure.

* Maintain Teradata Statistics schedules and ensure all relevant statistics are collected optimally.

* Maintain DR capabilities by ensuring Data Mover jobs cover all objects required.