System Engineer II
Job Description To provide specialist high-level technical advice, high-level problem resolution of complex problems, system security and policy implementation monitoring. Hello Future Systems Engineer Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen. As part of our tech team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change. Are you someone who can: Deliver customer experience excellence in own service delivery aligned to Organisational values and service standards Installing, configuring and upgrading Postgresql instances Optimizing database replication and high availability strategies Troubleshooting database issues and resolving performance bottlenecks Performing database backups and recovery procedures Ensure system, process and efficiency improvements (including innovations) Provide specialist high-level technical advice for high-level problem resolution of complex problems by monitoring system security policy implementation Assess, identify, and mitigate potential risks within the IT system engineering environment and comply with governance in terms of legislative, audit and business policy requirements by drafting policies and procedures for the System Engineering Environment Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance work delivery, collaboration and innovation Manage systems by setting threshold measurements for capacity and infrastructure upgrades and suggest changes Manage the System Efficiencies by suggesting and implementing efficient system changes based on research of new and existing technology to align with business needs Display and encourage an appreciation of teamwork and inclusivity Manage own development to increase own competencies Obtain and sustain In-depth system / application knowledge to maximise contribution to the role Monitoring system health, resource utilization and performance metrics You will be an ideal candidate if you: Have a related degree/Diploma Related Certifications Minimum 3 years System Engineer experience Minimum 3 years postgresql experience. Have intermediate Linux skills including installing, patching and managing Linux servers on a production environment Automating tasks using tooling such as Ansible/Puppet/Chef Sql, query analysis, indexing and schema design skills advantageous You will have access to: Opportunities to network and collaborate Challenging Working Opportunities to innovate We can be a match if you are: Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it #POST #FNB #LI-LR1 Job Details Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. 19/01/26 All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Should you have any queries, please log it via MyQ. FirstRand provides a comprehensive range of financial services in South Africa and certain markets in broader Africa. The group also offers certain niche products and services in the UK and India. Listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX), FirstRand Limited is the largest financial institution by market capitalisation in Africa. The group follows a multi-branding approach. Its portfolio of financial services businesses includes FNB, RMB, WesBank, Ashburton Investments, Aldermore, MotoNovo and DirectAxis. Many are leaders in their respective segments and markets, offering transactional, lending, investment and insurance products and services The FirstRand Corporate Centre houses many of the critical functions required by a large and complex financial services group. The group's track record of delivering superior returns to shareholders has been achieved through a combination of organic growth, acquisitions, innovation and the creation of completely new businesses. The group’s purpose of delivering Shared Prosperity provides many opportunities for employees to innovate to address social and environmental challenges in our markets. All of our businesses have successful Volunteering programmes which also allow employees to adopt and support causes close to their hearts.