Database Technician

The role is accountable for the following activities:

• Use database documentation, including product data standards and procedures to import and export customer data into;
• Understand and document definitions for the data dictionary (metadata);
• Provide technical and/or business assistance in identifying, evaluating and developing customer data models;
• Develop, coordinate, and implement plans to test business and functional processes during system development and quality assurance testing;
• Create or assist others in the writing of user documentation, instructions, and procedures;
• Monitor and document post-implementation problems and revision requests;
• Write description of steps taken to modify system and procedures required to implement new software;
• Provide problem solving, technical, and business expertise in the design, testing, and deployment of business applications;
• Create clear, detailed documents of systems requirements including workflow and functionality requirements, data requirements, data integrity requirements, and reporting requirements;
• Create calculations and reports using NM system tools;
• National and international travel may be required.

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university in computer science, information sciences or a related field;
• A thorough understanding of RDBMS, especially Oracle and SQL Server;
• Knowledge of Oracle development environment SQL, PL/SQL, SQL*Plus, SQL*Loader, UNIX shell scripting;
• Data modelling and validation skills;
• Excellent computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Access and Microsoft Excel;
• Basic understanding of Operating systems (Windows and Linux);
• Positive, proactive personality;
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills;
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deliver results per plan;
• Ability to work independently and within the framework of a team;
• Ability to read, write and communicate verbally in English;
• Knowledge of GIS technologies is a plus;
• An understanding of cyber security best practices is a plus.