Desarrollador Senior De Microservicios

buscojobs España; Valencia; Híbrido; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company is seeking a Senior SQL Database Administrator who will manage and optimize SQL Server databases crucial for operations. This hybrid role requires deep knowledge of database architecture, performance tuning, and disaster recovery strategies, with responsibilities including database management, security implementation, and mentoring of junior staff.

Formación

• Experience with healthcare database management is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in managing mission-critical databases.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks like HIPAA and GDPR.

Responsabilidades

• Install, configure, and manage SQL Server databases ensuring high availability.
• Monitor performance and implement optimization strategies.
• Design and manage database backup and recovery strategies.

Conocimientos

SQL Server Expertise

Database Performance Tuning

Backup and Recovery Strategies

Data Security

ETL Processes

Educación

Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate

Herramientas

SQL Profiler

Azure SQL

SSIS

SolarWinds DPA

Descripción del empleo

We are currently looking for a Senior SQL Database Administrator to join our team and help us test and deliver quality software solutions that are fit for use and purpose. This role is hybrid but could be based in the UK (Manchester or Whitley), Spain (Madrid), Denmark (Skanderborg), Sweden (Malmo) or Germany (Telgte).

As a Senior SQL DBA, you will be responsible for the management, maintenance, and optimization of our SQL Server instances, servers, and databases, all of which are crucial to our operations in delivering reliable life-critical services. This role requires a deep understanding of database architecture, performance tuning, and disaster recovery strategies. You will work closely with our global and regional IT teams to ensure data integrity, security, and availability across all platforms.

Main responsibilities for this role:

• Database Management: Install, configure, and manage SQL Server databases in hosted, cloud, and occasional on-premise environments. Ensure high availability and performance.
• Mentoring and Training: Educating and training other technology professionals within the organization on good practices within your domain.
• Performance Tuning: Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize performance. Utilize indexing, query optimization, and other techniques.
• Backup and Recovery: Design, implement, and manage backup and recovery strategies. Ensure data is recoverable and secure.
• Security: Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect sensitive healthcare data in compliance with global data protection regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
• Data Integration: Support ETL processes, data migrations, and integration projects with other systems and third-party applications.
• Database Development: Collaborate with application developers to design database schemas, stored procedures, and functions. Provide support for database-related application development.
• Code Optimization Collaboration: Work closely with development teams to review and optimize SQL code, ensuring efficient data retrieval and minimizing performance issues.
• Monitoring and Maintenance: Set up and manage monitoring systems to proactively identify and address issues. Perform regular maintenance tasks, including updates and patch management.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures. Ensure documentation is up-to-date and accessible.
• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with IT, data analytics, and business intelligence teams to support data-related initiatives and troubleshoot issues.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with emerging database technologies and best practices. Propose and implement improvements to database systems and processes.

Key skills and experience:

• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in SQL Server (all versions), including setup, configuration, patching, and upgrades.
• Strong knowledge of database performance tuning and optimization (PTO), using tools like SQL Profiler, Execution Plans, and DMVs.
• Experience with high-availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, Clustering, Replication, Log Shipping, and Backup / Restore strategies.
• Familiarity with cloud-based SQL environments, such as Azure SQL, AWS RDS for SQL Server, or Google Cloud SQL.
• Proficiency in T-SQL scripting, including stored procedures, triggers, and complex queries.
• Understanding of ETL processes and working with tools like SSIS.
• Operational and Analytical Skills: Proficient in monitoring database performance and troubleshooting issues with tools like SolarWinds DPA, Redgate, or native SQL tools.
• Experience with database security, including encryption, access control, and auditing.
• Strong knowledge of data governance and managing metadata (ideally for healthcare data).

Required experience:

• Proven experience as a SQL DBA, with a strong track record of managing mission-critical databases.
• Experience in a healthcare or telehealth organization is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated expertise in scaling databases to support large-scale operations, including real-time data access.
• Proven experience in working within regulatory frameworks like HIPAA, GDPR, or HITECH.
• Familiarity with audit preparation and reporting for database compliance.
• Proven experience in managing and resolving critical database outages with minimal downtime.
• Knowledge of emergency response protocols for ensuring 24 / 7 database availability.

Desirable skills and experience:

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate (desirable).
• Hands-on experience with API-based integrations and middleware (desirable).

If you are not sure if you have the relevant skills or experience, then please apply (only takes a few minutes) and let our team review and come back to you.

What we offer:

Our benefits vary from region to region, but we are confident that what we offer is competitive in each location. We would be happy to talk through this on a case-by-case basis.