Database administrator with development experience

Volue; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading green technology company in Trondheim is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to manage and optimize critical database environments. The role involves collaboration with development teams and ensuring the reliability of business-critical systems. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Software Development and several years of DBA experience with Oracle and PostgreSQL. The company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive onboarding, and a diverse work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive onboarding

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Several years of hands-on experience as a DBA.
• Experience with business-critical systems.
• Structured, reliable, and proactive working style.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and optimise databases.
• Handle database security, backup, and recovery routines.
• Collaborate with development teams on database designs.

Skills

Database administration

Troubleshooting

Database development

Communication skills in English

Automation of database tasks

Education

Bachelor/Master’s degree in Software Development

Tools

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Job description

Database administrator with development experience

We are looking for experienced Database administrator with development experience to join our Volue team! Our mission is to provide innovative services critical to society, unlocking a cleaner, better and more profitable future. Working towards this goal, Volue has become a leading technology supplier and enabler of the green transition, helping energy companies simplify and optimize everyday operations.

As we continue to expand and strengthen our focus on security, Volue Energy Software is looking for Database Administrator (DBA). Volue Energy is a leading provider of software solutions for forecasting, optimisation, production planning and energy trading. Our current client portfolio includes some of the largest power producers in more than 20 countries and we are expanding to new markets.

As a DBA you will play a key role in the management, development, and support of our database environments, for both Oracle and PostgreSQL. You will work closely with developers, consultants, and operations to deliver robust and efficient database solutions supporting our business. You will contribute both to day-to-day operations and to continuous improvement and automation initiatives.

What you will be doing to make a difference:

• Manage, maintain, and optimise databases.
• Handle database security, backup, and recovery routines.
• Support database upgrades, migrations, and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with development teams on database designs and improvements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues.
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in Software Development or similar competence level
• Several years of hands-on experience as a DBA, in Oracle and/or PostgreSQL.
• Strong skills in database administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with business-critical systems.
• Experience with database development (PL/SQL or similar).
• Structured, reliable, and proactive working style.
• Good communication skills in English (written and spoken).
• Familiarity with scripting and automation of database tasks.
• Ability to support and advise developers and consultants.
• Ability to collaborate across teams, locations, and cultures

Reasons to join Volue team and what we offer:

• Great colleagues in one of Europe’s most exciting green tech companies with innovative and international work environment
• Key technical role in a company with significant impact in the European energy sector.
• Modern technology stack and a collaborative, international work environment.
• Comprehensive onboarding and knowledge transfer from an experienced DBA.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package

We are looking to hire for Volue office in Trondheim or Gdansk.

Company Culture

In Volue, we believe that in order to be a successful company, we need to bring everyone to the table. We look at diversity as a competitive advantage. A diverse workforce enables better decision-making and creates more value. By inclusion, we refer to the sense of belonging and being part of a community at work. We want the people of Volue to feel welcome, valued and not least encouraged to bring their whole, unique selves to work.

Volue is about people. From staff to client, people are at the center of all our operations, and we always strive for a flat structure where everyone feels included, appreciated and recognized for their individual efforts. Or as we call it 'ONE Volue'. We hire talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, cultural background or religious beliefs.

Volue is a market leader in technologies and services that power the green transition. Volue provides innovative solutions, systems and insights to industries critical to society. The company is headquartered in Oslo, Norway and active in 40+ countries.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.