Ref: PHU-DEV- Position: Database Developer Location: South Africa (Hybrid/Remote considered) Employment Type: Permanent/Contract (Negotiable) Experience: 3+ years experience in database development or database engineering roles. Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or related field. Reference: PHU-DEV- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design, develop, and maintain enterprise database solutions. Create and optimize: SQL queries Stored procedures Functions Views Triggers Design relational database schemas and data models. Perform database performance tuning and optimization. Support application integrations and API-driven data services. Implement backup, recovery, replication, and high-availability solutions. Ensure data quality, consistency, and security compliance. Support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence initiatives. Troubleshoot database incidents, locking issues, deadlocks, and slow-performing queries. Collaborate with developers, architects, analysts, and infrastructure teams. REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Strong experience in SQL development and database programming. Experience with enterprise databases such as: PostgreSQL Oracle Database Microsoft SQL Server MySQL Strong knowledge of: Database design Normalization Indexing Query optimization Transaction management Experience with ETL and data integration processes. Understanding of backup and disaster recovery strategies. Knowledge of data security and database access controls. Preferred Experience Experience supporting banking, insurance, fintech, ERP, or enterprise systems. Exposure to cloud databases and hybrid database architectures. Experience with: Data Warehousing Business Intelligence Reporting platforms API integrations Knowledge of DevOps and automation tools. Experience with NoSQL databases is an advantage.rum software delivery methodologies. Technical Skills SQL / PL-SQL / T-SQL Database Administration fundamentals Data Modeling Tools ETL Tools Performance Monitoring Tools Git and version control systems Linux and Windows server environments HOW TO APPLY Submit your CV, certified qualifications the role you are applying for as the subject line; to on or before 29 May 2026, applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Phungela is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from previously disadvantaged individuals, persons with disabilities, and designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act. Should you not receive a response within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr