Database Team Lead (DBA)

About the role

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. It is looking for a Database Team Lead (DBA) with strong technical expertise and leadership capabilities to ensure the stability, performance and evolution of its database environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage, monitor and optimise 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 for impact, risk and compliance
• Oversee database-related projects aligned with business and technical objectives
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, standardisation and optimisation
• Ensure adherence to best practices, security standards and reporting requirements
• Handle incident management, root cause analysis and timely resolution, including after-hours support when required

Required profile

• 7-10 years of solid experience in Database Administration
• Availability to work on an on-call basis and respond to critical incidents
• Ability to own deliverables, communicate commitments and share knowledge with the team
• Certifications in Oracle, GoldenGate and related technologies are required; systems engineering certifications are an advantage

Required skills

• Strong hands-on expertise in Oracle, GoldenGate, JBoss, Unix and Red Hat environments
• Strong documentation practices and ability to implement automation where possible

To apply, candidates send their application letter and detailed CV by email to the company's recruitment contact.