Senior Database Administrator

Planet Pharma; Dresden; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days annual leave

Attractive salary package

Holiday pay

Structured training and development

Corporate health and wellness

Company pension scheme

Employer-funded supplementary care

Zusammenfassung

Planet Pharma is seeking an experienced Senior Database & Systems Administrator in Dresden, focusing on IT infrastructure and database management. You will ensure the stability and security of business-critical systems.

The ideal candidate has strong German language skills and over 5 years of experience in enterprise environments. This role offers 30 days of annual leave, an attractive salary package, and a chance to work on high-impact projects.

Qualifikationen

• Fluent German language skills (written and spoken).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in enterprise IT infrastructure environments.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure security and best practices.

Aufgaben

• Administer, monitor, maintain, and continuously improve database platforms and supporting infrastructure.
• Manage and support Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle databases, and data warehouse environments.
• Support administration of the virtualisation environment and core IT infrastructure.

Kenntnisse

Database Administration

Microsoft SQL Server

Oracle

VMware

Windows Server

Active Directory

IT Infrastructure

Data Warehousing

IT Security

Networking

Backup & Recovery

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Database & Systems Administrator (DBA) (Fluent German Required)

Fluent German is essential for this role. Applications from candidates who are not fluent in German cannot be considered.

Are you an experienced IT Infrastructure professional with deep expertise in database administration, systems management, and enterprise environments? We're partnering with a leading international pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation to recruit a Senior Database & Systems Administrator who will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing a complex, highly regulated IT landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that invests heavily in technology, innovation, and operational excellence, while offering long-term career stability and excellent employee benefits.

The Role

As a Senior Database & Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and performance of business-critical database and infrastructure systems. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers, you will support and optimise the organisation's IT environment while contributing to key infrastructure and digital transformation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, maintain, and continuously improve database platforms and supporting infrastructure
• Manage and support Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle databases, and data warehouse environments
• Coordinate reporting solutions, integrations, and system interfaces
• Support administration of the virtualisation environment and core IT infrastructure
• Participate in and lead IT infrastructure and systems projects where required
• Provide support across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line functions
• Implement and integrate new IT solutions into existing environments
• Monitor, evaluate, and improve IT security, system performance, and resilience
• Maintain technical documentation within a regulated environment
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry regulations, GMP requirements, and data protection standards

What We're Looking For

Fluent German language skills (written and spoken)

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Minimum 5 years' experience in enterprise IT infrastructure environments

Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle database administration

VMware virtualisation expertise

Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP management experience

Strong understanding of infrastructure security, lifecycle management, and best practices

• Google GCP / Google Workspace
• Backup & Recovery technologies
• Network administration
• GMP-regulated or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
• Data warehouse and reporting platforms

What's on Offer

Work-Life Balance

• 30 days annual leave
• Attractive salary package
• Holiday pay and annual bonus
• Structured training and development plan
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact IT projects
• Subsidised onsite meals
• Corporate health and wellness programme

Additional Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Employer-funded supplementary care insurance
• Excellent public transport connections
• Onsite parking and bicycle facilities

Key Skills

Database Administration | Microsoft SQL Server | Oracle | VMware | Windows Server | Active Directory | Linux | IT Infrastructure | Systems Administration | Data Warehousing | IT Security | Data Protection | Networking | Citrix | Backup & Recovery | Service Management