10+ Years Relevant Experience
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Informix Database Administrator with over 7 years of hands-on experience managing and supporting Informix environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Informix versions 12.x and 14.x, replication technologies, performance tuning, and Unix/Linux environments. This role requires a proactive individual with strong troubleshooting and communication skills, capable of supporting enterprise-grade database systems and collaborating across multiple teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Informix Administration:
- Administer, configure, monitor, and optimize Informix databases in production and development environments.
- Manage Informix replication technologies including HDR (High Availability Data Replication), RSS (Remote Standalone Secondary), and SDS (Shared Disk Secondary).
- Perform performance tuning, capacity planning, backup and recovery, and incident resolution.
- Analyze and troubleshoot database issues, identifying root causes and applying appropriate solutions.
Incident and Operations Management:
- Provide L2/L3 support for Informix DB-related incidents and service requests.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of issues.
- Maintain operational stability through regular health checks and proactive monitoring.
Scripting and Automation:
- Develop and maintain Unix/Linux shell scripts for database automation and maintenance tasks.
- Support and enhance tools for monitoring, alerting, and operational efficiency.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
- Participate in on-call rotations and ensure database uptime and performance SLAs are met.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including SOPs and knowledge base articles.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 7+ years of hands-on experience with Informix Database Administration, including versions 12.x and 14.x.
- Expertise in Informix replication: HDR, RSS, and SDS.
- Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and issue resolution skills.
- Solid experience working in Unix/Linux environments with shell scripting expertise.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems and working in ITIL/incident management frameworks.
Good to Have (Desirable Skills):
- Experience with Splunk, Zabbix, or other monitoring/logging tools.
- Exposure to other RDBMS such as PostgreSQL, MySQL.
- Experience with CyberArk and Symphony Summit ticketing tools.
- Knowledge of the Telecom domain is a plus.
- Strong decision-making skills and the ability to act independently in high-pressure situations.
Soft Skills & Expectations:
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently or in a team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to coordinate with stakeholders and drive resolution of complex issues.
- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality support and documentation.