DATABASE TEAM LEAD (DBA)

About the Company
International Card Processing Services Ltd (ICPS), a subsidiary of HPS Group, is a global provider of advanced electronic payment solutions, supporting financial institutions, processors, and national switches with cutting-edge Switching and Card Management Systems.

About the Role
We are looking for a Database Team Lead (DBA) professional with strong technical expertise and leadership capabilities to ensure the stability, performance, and evolution of our database environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, monitor, and optimize database environments to ensure high availability, performance, and reliability.
• Provision, maintain, and support PRE-PROD, UAT, and PROD environments.
• Lead and mentor a pool of Level I and II DBAs, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and team performance .
• Apply a maker-checker approach, validating all changes in terms of impact, risk, and compliance.
• Oversee database-related projects, ensuring alignment with business and technical objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, standardization, and optimization initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to best practices, security standards, and reporting requirements.
• Handle incident management, root cause analysis, and provide timely resolution, including after-hours support when required.

Job Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
• 7–10 years of solid experience in Database Administration.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Oracle, GoldenGate, JBoss, Unix, and Red Hat environments.
• Proven ability to take ownership, demonstrate reliability, and ensure accountability in all deliverables.
• Availability to work on an on-call basis and respond effectively to critical incidents.
• Ability to clearly communicate commitments and consistently deliver on them.
• Strong documentation practices and ability to implement automation where possible.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to innovate and adapt to new technologies.
• Commitment to knowledge sharing and developing team capabilities.
• Certifications in Oracle, GoldenGate, and related technologies are required.
• Systems engineering certifications would be an advantage.

Other Information:
How to Apply: Candidates should send their application letter and detailed CV to icps_recruitment@icps.mu

Please ensure all required information is accurately entered in relevant sections. Any incomplete application will not be considered.

Location: 7th floor, The Docks 2, Caudan St, Port-Louis 11307

The Management reserves the right not to appoint anyone following this advert.