Database Administrator

At Mindbox we connect top IT talents with technology projects for leading enterprises across Europe.  

You will work across multiple database technologies (Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Cloud DB services) to support business-critical applications and drive strategic initiatives such as platform upgrades, migrations, and standardisation . This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role , enabling you to deliver impactful solutions across global infrastructure.

Sounds like your kind of challenge?  

What you get in return

Flexible cooperation model  

Hybrid work setup – remote days available depending on the client’s arrangements - 6 days a month from the office in Kraków

Collaborative team culture – work alongside experienced professionals eager to share knowledge 

Continuous development – access to training platforms and growth opportunities 

Comprehensive benefits – including Interpolska Health Care, Multisport card, Warta Insurance, and more 

High quality equipment – laptop and essential software provided

Daily tasks

• Lead and deliver infrastructure initiatives such as platform evergreening, patching, upgrades, and decommissioning
• Build and manage database environments, optimising server usage and cost performance
• Ensure compliance by deploying patches and security updates within risk and governance frameworks
• Evaluate new database technologies and cloud features, support pilot deployments, and develop proof-of-concepts
• Provide internal consulting on database design, resilience, scalability, performance tuning, and backup/recovery strategies
• Produce clear documentation for standards, implementation guides, and operational handbooks
• Participate in incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis, including on-call support via rota
• Report delivery progress and risks clearly and accurately to management and stakeholders

Requirements

Core Technical Skills

Strong hands-on experience with at least one enterprise RDBMS:

Oracle (RMAN, RAC, Data Guard, Exadata), OR

DB2 , OR

PostgreSQL , OR

SQL Server

Familiarity or willingness to adopt multi-platform environments including Cloud DB services (AWS, Azure, GCP, Ali Cloud)

Ability to script and automate using Bash, PowerShell, Python, or Ansible

Experience with enterprise IT operational processes for change, incident, and controlled production environments

Other Key Skills

Excellent communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts for varied audiences

Strong organisational capability—detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple concurrent priorities

High resilience; comfortable working under pressure, meeting deadlines, and participating in out-of-hours support when needed

Joining this project you’ll become part of Mindbox – a tech-driven company where consulting, engineering, and talent meet to build meaningful digital solutions. We’ll back you up every step of the way, accelerate your development, and ensure your skills make a difference.

Must have: Oracle, RAC, Exadata, IBM Db2, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Cloud, AWS, Azure, GCP, Script, Bash, PowerShell, Python, Ansible, Communication skills