IT Infra database engineer

About the role

We are seeking an IT Database Administrator who will be responsible for installing, configuring, securing, maintaining, and optimizing database platforms to ensure their availability, performance, recoverability, and integrity. The role manages database lifecycle activities, implements backup and disaster recovery controls, monitors and resolves database-related issues, and provides technical support to application and development teams.

Key responsibilities

• Install, configure, and upgrade MSSQL and PostgreSQL database servers
• Create, modify, and maintain database objects, including tables, indexes, views, and stored procedures
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies
• Develop and maintain backup strategies
• Implement and maintain high-availability and disaster-recovery solutions, including replication, clustering, and failover technologies to ensure data integrity and availability
• Implement and maintain database security and compliance controls, including role-based access controls, permissions, and encryption
• Ensure compliance with applicable data protection regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.)
• Continuously monitor and optimize database performance, capacity, and resource utilization
• Administer and support Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and other database-related Azure services where applicable
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar technologies to reduce operational effort and improve reliability
• Technical competencies include practical knowledge of relational database platforms; SQL and query-performance analysis; backup, restore, and disaster recovery methods; access control, encryption, and database security; monitoring and troubleshooting tools; and scripting or automation used for repeatable administrative tasks.

About you

• At least 3-5 years of professional experience in database administration
• Experience with MSSQL and PostgreSQL (both mandatory)
• Experience with Windows and Linux platforms
• Experience with Microsoft Azure
• Experience with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow, BMC Helix, or JIRA
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Grafana
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform
• Practical knowledge of relational database platforms, SQL and query-performance analysis, backup, restore, and disaster recovery methods
• Ability to communicate technical issues, risks, and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English