Our Vision

To modernise African banking by creating world-class, inclusive, and affordable financial ecosystems across Sub-Saharan Africa. We unlock new value for institutions through agile transformation, resilient digital cores, and next-gen delivery frameworks.

Our Mission

ZSS operates at the forefront of fintech innovation and managed services. We deliver intelligent automation, frictionless transaction capacity, and distributed trust models that enable banks to thrive in a digital-first economy. By combining agile practices, secure-by-design engineering, and adaptive compliance, we empower financial institutions to move faster, stay resilient, and scale with confidence. For ambitious professionals, ZSS offers the chance to shape transformative projects that push the boundaries of how financial services are imagined and delivered.

We are seeking a Database Administrator to join our ICT Services Infrastructure Team in Harare. The role is focused on managing PostgreSQL, MariaDB, and Microsoft SQL Server environments across development, test, and production. You will be responsible for database administration, monitoring, upgrades, patching, performance tuning, backups, and disaster recovery. The DBA will also manage user access and security in line with Infosec directives, support database integration with reporting and analytics platforms, and ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards.

• 2+ years’ experience as a Database Administrator.

• Strong SQL skills across PostgreSQL, MariaDB, and Microsoft SQL Server.

• Experience with high-availability and replication (AlwaysOn, PgPool II, Galera).

• Scripting skills in Bash, PowerShell, or Python.

• Familiarity with backup/restore, performance tuning, and database security best practices.

• Exposure to BI/reporting tools (SSRS, PowerBI, Grafana) an advantage.

• Industry experience in Banking, Financial Services, or other regulated sectors preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Comfortable working in a multinational, cross-functional team.

• Able to self-manage, prioritise, and deliver without close supervision.

• Familiarity with ISO27001, PCI-DSS, or equivalent compliance frameworks is desirable.

• Occasional after-hours or on-call support may be required for maintenance or incident response.

This is a permanent, full-time position based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in Zimbabwe. We are seeking the strongest technical talent in the country and offer a highly competitive package designed to attract and retain the very best.