Hybrid Junior Database Platform Engineer - MongoDB & PostgreSQL

Ambit Iberia

Barcelona

Hybrid

EUR 26,000 - 38,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Structured learning & development

Internal training in MongoDB/PostgreSQ

Exposure to enterprise infrastructure

Job summary

Ambit Iberia is seeking a Junior Database Platform Engineer to join our international Database Platforms team and support database operations for a leading global pharmaceutical company. You will work with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server on Linux-based environments while gaining exposure to automation and cloud technologies.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career IT professional with strong technical fundamentals and a passion for learning.

Qualifications

Basic Linux knowledge including file systems, permissions, process monitoring, log analysis, and CLI troubleshooting.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Interest in database technologies and infrastructure engineering.
Ability to learn MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and related technologies.
Ability to follow documented procedures while escalating when needed.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Good English communication skills.
High level of ownership, reliability, and attention to detail.
Curious mindset and passion for continuous learning.

Responsibilities

Provide Level 1 operational support for MongoDB environments.
Monitor database platforms and respond to incidents, alerts, and service requests.
Perform initial troubleshooting and analysis of operational issues.
Execute documented operational procedures and recurring database activities.
Escalate incidents appropriately to senior engineers and third-level support teams when required.
Work with Linux-based MongoDB and PostgreSQL environments.
Collaborate with database engineers located in Barcelona, Buenos Aires, and other global teams.
Participate in incident, problem, and change management activities.
Create, maintain, and improve operational documentation and knowledge articles.
Develop administration skills in MongoDB and PostgreSQL through internal training and hands-on experience.
Contribute to automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Follow operational and change-management processes within a regulated enterprise environment.