Senior Database Administrator

Capital.com; Polska; On-site; PLN 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trading platform is looking for a Senior Database Administrator to manage and optimize PostgreSQL and MySQL databases. Your responsibilities will include ensuring high availability, implementing backups, and troubleshooting issues. The role requires strong skills in configuration management tools like Ansible and infrastructure-as-code with Terraform. This position offers a competitive salary along with generous benefits and a work-life harmony approach.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Work-Life Harmony

Annual Performance Bonus

Generous Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits

Workation Wonderland

Volunteer Days

Private healthcare

Training budget

Free snacks

Modern office

No dress code

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Database Administrator with strong PostgreSQL and MySQL focus.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and routine automations.
• Strong scripting skills in Bash and Python.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL or MySQL database systems.
• Implement and manage database backups, restores, and recovery strategies.
• Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolutions.

Skills

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Ansible

Terraform

Bash

Python

Linux

Load balancing

DNS management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

GitLab

Docker

Jenkins

Job description

Job Summary

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talent team.

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Database Administrator with a strong focus on PostgreSQL and MySQL, complemented by experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using Terraform and configuration management with Ansible. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, optimizing, and ensuring the high availability and security of our database environments. Experience with and implementing auto or manual failover, DNS management, load balancing solutions is crucial for this role. Additionally, experience with databases like ClickHouse/Redshift/Microsoft SQL server/MongoDB is a significant plus.

Key Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Database Administrator, with a strong focus on PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and routine automations.
• Proven experience with configuration management tools, preferably Ansible.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
• Experience with database monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).
• Solid understanding of Linux operating systems.
• Experience implementing and managing load balancing and auto‑failover solutions for database systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL or MySQL database systems (cloud and on‑premises).
• Perform database performance monitoring, alerting, and optimization.
• Implement and manage database backups, restores, and recovery strategies.
• Ensure database security through access controls, encryption, and regular audits.
• Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Plan and execute complicated database upgrades and migrations.
• Design, implement, and manage database infrastructure using Terraform.
• Automate the provisioning and management of database servers, storage, and related resources.
• Maintain Terraform configurations and ensure infrastructure consistency.
• Utilize Ansible playbooks to automate database deployments, configurations, and patching.
• Ensure consistent database configurations across all environments.
• Develop and maintain Ansible roles for database administration tasks.
• Manage and maintain the underlying Linux operating systems hosting the databases.
• Perform system monitoring, security hardening, and performance tuning.
• Troubleshoot Linux‑related issues affecting database performance and availability.
• Design, implement, and test automated failover solutions for database systems to ensure business continuity.
• Implement and manage load balancing solutions for database traffic to ensure high availability and performance.
• Understand and manage DNS configurations related to database accessibility and failover mechanisms.
• Work with network teams to ensure proper DNS resolution for database services.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, procedures, and disaster recovery plans for all managed database systems.
• Participate in on‑call rotation for critical database issues.

Technical Requirements

• AWS
• Kubernetes
• CI/CD
• GitLab
• Terraform
• Jenkins
• Cloud platform
• DevOps
• CI
• CD tools
• GitLab CI
• Bash
• Python
• Infrastructure as Code
• SQL
• PostgreSQL
• MySQL
• Docker
• MongoDB
• ClickHouse

Project Management & Tooling

• Jira
• Confluence
• GitLab
• GIT
• Agile

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
• Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock.
• Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well‑deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
• Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
• Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location‑specific benefits and perks!
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.

Additional Perks

• Private healthcare
• International projects
• Multisport
• Training budget
• Small teams
• Refer a friend scheme
• Annual bonus
• Annual assessment
• Free coffee
• Bike parking
• Playroom
• Shower
• Free snacks
• Free parking
• Modern office
• Startup atmosphere
• No dress code