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Hybrid in Poland: Krakow, Poland: Wrocław
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We are looking for a Senior DBA Engineer to join a global team working on client connectivity trading systems, contributing to a multi-year project focused on modernizing existing connectivity platforms while embracing a DevOps-driven delivery approach.
Responsibilities
- Administer, maintain, and support SQL Server 2016+ environments
- Monitor database performance, availability, and capacity to ensure stable and efficient operations
- Troubleshoot and resolve database, server, and infrastructure issues
- Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate administrative and operational tasks
- Perform database maintenance, backup, recovery, and patching activities
- Support production environments as part of an on-call/support rota, including weekends
- Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and support teams during incidents, releases, and handovers
- Work closely with analysts, developers, and business stakeholders across the globe
- Dedicate the majority of time to development related activities such as coding, design, configuration management, releases, and post implementation support
Requirements
- 5-10 years of experience as a Database Administrator
- Expertise in Microsoft SQL Server 2016+ administration and support
- Hands-on experience with Windows Server Administration
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation
- Skills in database backup, recovery, performance tuning, and troubleshooting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to participate in support rotations and weekend support activities
- Effective communication skills and ability to work in a distributed team environment
- English proficiency at B2 level or higher
Nice to have
- Background in supporting Data Warehouse (DWH) environments
- Knowledge of SQL Server High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions, including Always On, Clustering, and Replication
- Familiarity with monitoring and performance management tools
- Experience with ETL processes and data integration platforms
- Understanding of ITIL processes and production support best practices
- Experience working in enterprise-level, mission-critical environments