Work-Force
A Database Administrator position is being filled in Boksburg. Suitable candidates from across Gauteng are invited to submit their applications for review.
About the Opportunity
An experienced Database Administrator is needed to support operations in Boksburg. The role forms part of how the business keeps its it jobs portfolio strong in Gauteng.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Boksburg operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Boksburg teams, and the new Database Administrator will feel that from the first week.
On top of that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Boksburg also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Database Administrator is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Gauteng is consistently high and consistently fair.
Working in Boksburg
Boksburg continues to grow as an employment hub in Gauteng, with near the Midrand technology hub. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Boksburg, Gauteng.
Many candidates already living within reach of Boksburg cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Gauteng economy.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Boksburg.
The Environment
Equally, the environment is hybrid-friendly where the role allows, with collaborative tooling, modern source-control workflows and a strong emphasis on shared ownership of code and incidents.
Importantly, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Practically speaking, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Gauteng.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Boksburg site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Career Growth
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the it jobs team in Boksburg have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Boksburg team member.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Boksburg have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Gauteng.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Meet the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the it jobs side of the business inside out. The Boksburg group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Equally, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Boksburg will be explained during the hiring process.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position open to recent graduates?
Yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.
Are reference and background checks conducted?
Notably, yes. Reference, qualification and any role-appropriate background checks are conducted in line with applicable law.
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
In addition, yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Why Join Us
Beyond that, you will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Boksburg colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the it jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
On top of that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
On top of that, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Equal Opportunity
Notably, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Practically speaking, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Gauteng.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Boksburg.
Your Role
- Mentor junior engineers through pairing and structured feedback
- Optimise database queries and back-end performance hot-spots
- Design, develop and maintain features across the application stack
- Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams and runbooks
- Investigate and resolve user-reported support tickets at L2 and L3
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable, repeatable releases
- Collaborate with product and design teams during sprint planning
Minimum Requirements
- Experience with Git, branching strategies and pull-request workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex systems
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code
- Reliable home internet for hybrid work where applicable
- Good written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences
- Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases
- Working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)
If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.