Senior Database Administrator

Quentic; Manila; In loco; PHP 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

AMCS invites a skilled Database Administrator to join our engineering team. You will mentor engineers and participate in architectural discussions to ensure reliability, scalability and security of our databases across cloud platforms.

The role requires 5+ years in database administration, hands‑on SQL Server and PostgreSQL experience, and proficiency with Azure, AWS, GCP, PowerShell and Python in collaborative, impact‑driven projects.

Competenze

• 5+ years of Database Administration experience with at least 2 years in cloud database environments.
• Strong knowledge of Azure, AWS, GCP.
• Experience with SQL Server and PostgreSQL; cloud DB management.
• Proven oversight in architecture to drive performance and scalability.
• Strong SQL skills (T-SQL, PL/pgSQL); PowerShell and Python.
• Experience with version control and CI/CD for database changes.
• Familiarity with monitoring/logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana and DataDog.
• Database certifications (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and cloud certifications are desirable.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of security best practices and cloud compliance.
• Familiarity with NoSQL and containerization.

Mansioni

• Administer, manage, and maintain SQL databases (SQL Server, Azure SQL, PostgreSQL).
• Design, implement and manage cloud database infrastructure across Azure, AWS, and GCP.
• Automate tasks with PowerShell and Python.
• Monitor, analyse and optimise database performance across a large estate.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues and provide timely solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams to design robust database solutions.
• Act as SME during live customer incidents.
• Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance.
• Undertake database project work as required.

Conoscenze

SQL

T-SQL

PL/pgSQL

PowerShell

Python

Azure

AWS

GCP

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

Monitoring

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Strumenti

Prometheus

Grafana

DataDog

CI/CD

Descrizione del lavoro

Join a team that's enabling a carbon-neutral future

WhoWe Are

At AMCS, sustainability means business — and careers that create impact. From our roots in Ireland to our teams across Europe, North America and Australasia, we are bringing together ambitious people to help reshape the industries that sustain our world.

What We Build

We build intelligent, cloud-based SaaS solutions that turn complex operations into smarter, more sustainable performance. Powered by AI, data and deep industry expertise, our technology helps customers optimise routes, manage recycling, improve compliance, unlock insight and move faster toward a more efficient, circular future.

Why Join AMCS

Join AMCS and be part of a global team where purpose meets performance. Here, you can grow your career, challenge what’s possible and work on technology that makes a measurable difference — for our customers, our communities and the planet.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Database Administrator to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong database management background combined with a deep understanding of how databases really work. As a Database Administrator, you will not only mentor and guide our engineers but also participate in architectural and key decision‑making forums regarding our databases, ensuring a focus is always on the reliability of our systems and centred on positive customer experience. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of our databases.

What You’ll Do

Administer, manage, and maintain both internal development and customer SQL databases (SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, PostgreSQL).

Possess a good understanding of cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP) to design, implement and manage cloud database infrastructure.

Automate administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency through scripting (e.g. PowerShell, Python).

Monitor, analyse and optimise database performance across a large database estate.

Troubleshoot and resolve reported database‑related issues, providing timely and effective solutions.

Collaborate with development teams to design and implement robust database solutions.

Act as the database Subject Matter Expert (SME) during the investigation and resolution of live customer incidents.

Ensure data security, privacy, and compliance with all applicable policies and standards.

Undertake database project work as required

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field or equivalent practical experience.

Experience

5+ years of experience in a Database Administration or related role with at least 2 of those years working in a cloud database environment.

Cloud Technologies

Good knowledge and understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Database Technologies

Progressive experience with boxed databases (e.g. SQL Server and PostgreSQL) together with hands‑on experience of cloud database management (e.g. Azure SQL Database, Amazon Aurora, GCP Cloud SQL).

Architectural Design

Proven experience in providing oversight, with a strong ability to make informed decisions that drive system performance and scalability.

Scripting

Strong SQL skills (including TSQL and PL/pgSQL) together with proficiency in languages such as PowerShell and Python.

DataOps

Experience with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines for database changes.

Monitoring and Logging

Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana and DataDog.

Preferred Qualifications

Database certifications (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and/or cloud certifications (Azure, AWS, GCP) are highly desirable.

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Knowledge of security best practices and compliance standards in cloud database environments.

Familiarity with NoSQL technologies.

Exposure to containerization.

Make an Impact

At AMCS, your work goes beyond maintaining databases. You’ll help build the technology that enables organizations worldwide to operate more sustainably, reduce environmental impact, and create lasting change.

Join us and help power the systems that power sustainability.