Senior Database Administrator

Role Summary: The Senior Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the design, implementation, governance, and optimization of enterprise database systems both on-premise and in the cloud. This role ensures the highest levels of data integrity, security, and availability, supporting mission-critical business applications. The Senior DBA will lead migration projects, optimize database performance, ensure compliancy with standards and coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and scalable database solutions. Formal Role Details: Location: Wrocław, Plac Konstytucji 3 Maja 3 Employment Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid — 2 to 3 days per week in the office, with flexibility for travel to Head Office in Brussels Language Requirements: Professional proficiency in English is essential. Benefits & Bonuses: Annual Bonus Health insurance Sport card Lunch subsidy Car leasing Languages lessons

Daily tasks

• Design, implement, and maintain (high-available) SQL databases on-premises and in cloud environments.
• Define standards, patterns, and best practices for database platforms
• Administer and optimize SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS).
• Identify & define guard rails for Amazon RDS deployments focussed on Amazon RDS MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL and Aurora (PostgreSQL) databases
• Identify & define guard rails for Azure cloud databases.
• Advanced performance troubleshooting and tuning database performance; identify and resolve bottlenecks to ensure optimal operation.
• Product and capacity planning
• Ensure database security and compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Improve database monitoring and observability
• Assist operational teams with deep technical know-how both in a cloud/on-premises context across multiple database engines and platforms.
• A focus is placed on MSSQL and PostgreSQL
• Lead and execute database migration projects, specifically migrations from SQL Server 2012, 2016 to 2022.
• Maintain a strong focus on the complexity of tackling large scale migration projects in an enterprise setting.
• Collaborate effectively with several key stakeholders
• Support application teams in their cloud journey
• Ensure the right tool for the job
• Support adaptation of PaaS over IaaS components
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Powershell/T-SQL for database management and deployment.
• Govern cloud database deployments through Infrastructure-as-code

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills: Extensive experience with SQL databases both on-premise and in cloud environments. Proficiency in SSRS, SSIS, and SSAS. Hands-on expertise with Azure SQL, Amazon Aurora, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. Strong background in database performance tuning and optimization. Deep understanding of database architecture, security and compliance best practices. Demonstrated experience in database migration projects in an enterprise context, especially within the MSSQL ecosystem Advanced scripting skills

Soft Skills Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects effectively. Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to lead and mentor a team of database professionals. Proven ability to coordinate and communicate with multiple stakeholders across departments Fluent in English, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business teams.

Additional Requirements: Experience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions, preferably Cohesity. Experience with additional scripting and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible and Python. Familiarity with MongoDB and modern NoSQL databases. Familiarity with data integration platforms, preferably Qlik.

You have a TOYOTA DNA, this means: Courage: you are ready to let go of the easy path to reach challenging targets Creativity: your passion drives you to explore innovative ideas and challenge the impossible Coaching: you share knowledge and feedback with your colleagues and celebrate each other's success Curiosity: you are open for new experience and able to combine imagination with fact-based observation Collaboration: you are a team player, respectful and inclusive in your style and you take a customer-oriented approach

Must have: SQL, Azure SQL Database, MySQL, PostgreSQL