Middle+ DB Administrator

*This position is fully remote only for employment in Bulgaria. However, people can also work in one of our offices in Sofia or Varna if they prefer to.

About DataArt

DataArt is a global software engineering firm and a trusted technology partner for market leaders and visionaries. Our world-class team designs and engineers data-driven, cloud-native solutions to deliver immediate and enduring business value.

We promote a culture of radical respect, prioritizing your personal well-being as much as your expertise. We stand firmly against prejudice and inequality, valuing each of our employees equally.

We respect the autonomy of others before all else, offering remote, onsite, and hybrid work options. Our Learning and development centers, R&D labs, and mentorship programs encourage professional growth.

Our long-term approach to collaboration with clients and colleagues alike focuses on building partnerships that extend beyond one-off projects. We provide the ability to switch between projects and technology stacks, creating opportunities for exploration through our learning and networking systems to advance your career.

Position Overview

Our client is developing SaaS revenue management solutions for the hospitality and tourism industry. Among their main services are autonomous pricing systems, forecasts and data visualization, and full-fledged revenue management solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work on performance, query optimization, DB team support
• Day-to-day operations of Microsoft SQL Server estate
• Migrate from SQL to PostgreSQL
• Consult team on PostgreSQL topics
• Troubleshooting and resolving database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, replication issues, connectivity issues, security issues.
• Provide support and guidance to the development team for database-related tasks
• Implement automated failover and monitoring mechanisms to minimize downtime and ensure data consistency
• Ability to analyze and interpret advanced database metrics to optimize performance and troubleshoot issues
• Establish comprehensive monitoring solutions to track database performance, availability, and resource utilization effectively

Requirements

• Strong technical SQL DBA experience
• Solid knowledge of PostgreSQL
• Significant experience of database upgrades and migrations and the challenges likely to be faced
• SQL capacity planning
• DB monitoring, performance management and tuning in MS SQL
• Deep understanding of server configuration for optimal database performance, including tuning OS settings for database workloads
• Hands-on experience in working with complex database topologies, including sharding, replication, clustering, and distributed architectures
• Self-motivated and delivery-focused, creative and efficient in proposing solutions to complex, time-critical problems
• An ability to plan, prioritize and manage your workload
• Work independently and think proactively to develop your skills and ideas
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve database issues quickly, minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

What We Offer

• Unique corporate culture – no micromanagement, friendly atmosphere, freedom, and mutual respect
• Flexible schedule – ability to change projects, to work from home, and to try yourself in different roles
• Professional Development Map – a comprehensive map of your professional development within DataArt
• We hire people not for a project but for the company. If the project (or your work in it) is over, you go to another project or to a paid “Idle”.
• Social benefits – additional health insurance, life insurance, sports card, etc.
• Opportunity to work from another DataArt office in a different city or country (temporary or permanently)
• Free English courses
• Cozy office with a great atmosphere
• Snacks, drinks, and fruits are always available

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