SQL Database Administrator

Sopra Steria USA; Katowice; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tech company is seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator in Katowice, Poland. This role involves designing SQL Server deployments, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and troubleshooting technical issues. The ideal candidate should have expertise in SQL Server, cloud infrastructures, and automation tools, as well as relevant certifications like Microsoft Azure Administrator. This position offers attractive benefits and development opportunities.

Benefits

Luxmed

Medicover Sport

Worksmile

Language learning platform

Qualifications

• Expertise in designing and maintaining SQL environments.
• Experience with cloud platforms like Azure and AWS.
• Adept at troubleshooting complex SQL issues.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan SQL Server deployments for scalability.
• Deploy and design native SQL solutions for cloud environments.
• Assist customers with performance optimization.

Skills

SQL Server

MySQL

Experience with cloud platforms

Troubleshooting SQL issues

Automation tools

Education

Microsoft AZ-104: Azure Administrator

ITIL Foundation or equivalent

Tools

VMware

Active Directory

Job description

Company Description

Sopra Steria is one of the largest players in the tech industry in Europe, known for its consulting, digital services and software development. We operate in nearly 30 countries in the world, hiring more than 55,000 employees.

The Polish branch, as the Global Delivery Center, operates in Katowice since 2007 and has been growing ever since. Currently, our team consists of around 1,000 specialists.

Within the Digital Platform Services department, our teams specialize in areas such as cloud, operating systems, virtualization, databases, backup or storage, as well as networking and security. We also have 1st line support consultants who speak French and English, but also Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and German.

The Application Services department is responsible for areas such as software development, data engineering, testing services, CRM, ITSM and ERP platform integrations, as well as application management for customers in Scandinavia, Benelux, France, Germany, Switzerland and the UK.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced SQL Database Administrator to join Sopra Steria Polska for a team that cooperates with one of our Norwegian clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan SQL Server deployments for scalability and reliability
• Deploy and design native SQL solutions for cloud environments
• Maintain and update SQL Server instances, including feature updates and security patches
• Plan and execute upgrade and migration strategies with minimal downtime
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including application operations, networking, virtualization, and security, to deliver integrated solutions
• Troubleshoot technical issues in SQL Server environments
• Assist customers with performance optimization and tuning
• Provide technical support to customers and end-users on database-related issues

Tech Stack on the Project

• SQL Server
• MySQL, Maria DB, Postgres
• Windows Server
• Active Directory
• VMware

Qualifications

Must have requirements:

• Expertise in designing, deploying, and maintaining SQL Server environments for scalability, reliability, and security
• Experience in implementing native SQL solutions for cloud platforms and hybrid infrastructures, including Azure, AWS, and on-premises environments
• Proficiency in planning and executing upgrade and migration strategies with minimal downtime, ensuring seamless transitions for mission‑critical systems
• Experience with automation tools and processes
• Adept at troubleshooting complex SQL Server issues, optimizing performance, and tuning queries to meet business requirements
• MySQL Database Administrator experience
• Microsoft AZ‑104: Azure Administrator
• ITIL Foundation or equivalent

Nice to have requirements:

• GCP: Associate Data Practitioner
• AWS Database Specialty
• GitHub / GitLab Foundations
• HashiCorp Terraform Associate

Additional Information

What we offer:

• BENEFITS (UoP): Luxmed, Medicover Sport, Worksmile, educational platforms, languages learning platform, referral bonus, copyrights, life insurance, workation
• DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES (UoP and B2B): certifications (paid by the company), conferences, Tech Lunches, possibility to join our Communities (Project Management, Architecture, Security, Process Management, Leadership, AI and Cloud)
• The recruitment process for this position consists of two stages:
• a short phone call with a recruiter (30 min max)
• one‑hour long interview on Teams (with both general and technical questions)

Salary

All information about salary range and its additional components will be provided during the first stage of the recruitment process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.