Senior Database Administrator

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Database Administrator in Ireland.

This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced database professional to manage and optimize mission-critical database environments supporting a global customer base. You will play a key role in ensuring the performance, security, scalability, and reliability of complex production systems operating 24/7. Working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, you will contribute to infrastructure strategy, database optimization, automation initiatives, and high-availability solutions. The position combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration, making it ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges. You will work with modern database technologies across cloud and on-premise environments while helping drive operational excellence and continuous improvement. This role offers strong career development opportunities within a people-focused and innovation-driven workplace.

• Install, configure, maintain, and optimize database systems primarily focused on MS SQL Server environments supporting business-critical applications.
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and collaborate with development teams to improve query efficiency and overall system performance.
• Develop, implement, and regularly test backup and recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Manage database security, access controls, and compliance with established operational standards and best practices.
• Create and maintain technical documentation related to database architecture, policies, procedures, and operational processes.
• Provide technical leadership for database deployments, upgrades, migrations, and strategic infrastructure initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents, performance issues, and system outages independently or collaboratively with other technical teams.
• Lead and support database-related projects from planning through implementation and completion.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotations to ensure high availability, security, and operational reliability of production systems.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives focused on automation, scalability, and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of database administration experience with strong expertise in MS SQL Server 2016–2022 environments.
• Hands-on experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB administration and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of database performance tuning, query optimization, indexing strategies, and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Experience with Azure PaaS SQL offerings and cloud-based database management solutions.
• Solid understanding of SQL Server High Availability technologies, including replication, log shipping, and failover configurations.
• Experience managing large-scale database environments and implementing automation processes.
• Proficiency in PowerShell and/or Python scripting for automation and operational tasks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, particularly within high-pressure or fast-moving environments.
• Familiarity with Linux server administration and Windows Server environments is considered an advantage.
• Previous experience supporting SaaS or high-volume mission-critical applications is highly valued.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive employee benefits.
• Private medical coverage available from day one.
• Group critical illness, life assurance, income protection, pension, and vision coverage.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support programs.
• Flexible and unlimited vacation policy to promote work-life balance.
• Paid volunteer days offered quarterly.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Career growth and internal mobility opportunities across teams and departments.
• Access to employee discounts and wellbeing platforms.
• Collaborative, people-focused, and agile work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.