Database designers and administrators

Database designers and administrators design, develop, control, maintain and support the optimal performance and security of databases.

Skill level: Highly skilled

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  • A Data Scientist in Auckland in information and communication earned minimum $110,000.00 and maximum $150,000.00 per year in 2022.
  • A Data Scientist in Christchurch in information and communication earned minimum $120,000.00 and maximum $110,000.00 per year in 2022.
  • A Data Scientist in Wellington in information and communication earned minimum $90,000.00 and maximum $120,000.00 per year in 2022.

Job Definition

  • Designing and developing database architecture, data structures, tables, dictionaries and naming conventions for information systems projects
  • Designing, constructing, modifying, integrating, implementing and testing database management systems
  • Conducting research and providing advice on the selection, application and implementation of database management tools
  • Developing and implementing data administration policy, documentation, standards and models
  • Developing policies and procedures for database access and usage and for the backup and recovery of data
  • Performing the operational establishment and preventive maintenance of backups, recovery procedures, and enforcing security and integrity controls
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