Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

emagine; Portugal; Presencial; EUR 60 000 - 95 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Emagine is seeking a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator to own production database operations in Portugal. You will work across the full DBA lifecycle in collaboration with application, infrastructure, and release teams to ensure reliable and secure database operations.

The role requires strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, Azure,Always-On Availability Groups, and automation with PowerShell. Portuguese base preferred and work in Lisbon area.

Qualificações

• 5+ years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator in production environments.
• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting.
• Solid experience with Always-On Availability Groups.
• Proficiency in T-SQL and performance tuning.
• Strong Azure experience is mandatory, including Azure SQL, Azure Monitor, Azure DevOps, Azure Pipelines, and Azure Event Hub.
• PowerShell automation experience for operational tasks.
• Experience with Failover Cluster Instances and storage management.
• Effective incident management and production support skills.
• Good understanding of database security, permissions, and operational best practices.

Responsabilidades

• Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server databases in production environments integrated with Azure.
• Manage high-availability solutions and failover clusters.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex SQL Server incidents and perform root-cause analyses.
• Perform query tuning and execution plan analysis.
• Execute and validate production releases using Azure DevOps and UrbanCode Deploy.
• Maintain database security, permissions, and audit-quality documentation.
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and release teams.
• Contribute to runbooks and continuous improvement of database operations.

Conhecimentos

SQL Server

Always-On Availability Groups

Azure

PowerShell

Incident management

Ferramentas

Azure DevOps

UrbanCode Deploy

Jira

DBeaver

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Emagine is seeking a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator to join a collaborative and dynamic project environment in Portugal. This role is ideal for a senior DBA with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft SQL Server and Azure, looking to take ownership of production database operations across performance, availability, incident resolution, and release management.

You will work across the full DBA lifecycle, operating with a high level of autonomy in complex production environments. You will collaborate with application teams, infrastructure partners, and release management teams to ensure reliable, secure, and continuously improving database operations.

What You'll Be Working On

• Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server databases in production environments integrated with Azure.
• Manage high-availability solutions, including Always-On Availability Groups and Failover Cluster Instances.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex SQL Server incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation.
• Perform query tuning, T-SQL optimisation, and execution plan analysis.
• Execute and validate production releases using Azure DevOps and UrbanCode Deploy.
• Manage database security, permissions, and audit-quality documentation.
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and release management teams.
• Contribute to runbooks and the continuous improvement of database operations.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator in production environments.
• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong experience with Always-On Availability Groups.
• Solid experience with T-SQL and performance tuning.
• Strong Azure experience is mandatory.
• Experience with Azure SQL, Azure Monitor, Azure DevOps, Azure Pipelines, and Azure Event Hub.
• Hands-on experience with PowerShell automation.
• Experience with Failover Cluster Instances and storage management.
• Strong incident management and production support experience.
• Good understanding of database security, permissions, and operational best practices.
• Experience working autonomously in complex production environments.
• Professional English at C1 level, spoken and written.
• Valid work permit or EU/Schengen nationality to legally work in Portugal.

Nice to Have

• Experience with PostgreSQL or other database technologies.
• Experience with UrbanCode Deploy, Jira, or DBeaver.
• Azure Database Administrator or Microsoft SQL Server certifications.
• Experience in regulated environments, particularly financial services.
• Knowledge of Git or other DevOps practices.
• Candidates must be based in Portugal.
• Work location: Portugal / Lisbon.

About emagine

At emagine, we value diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. We believe that different perspectives drive innovation and create stronger teams, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We work with leading international clients on innovative and high-impact projects, offering opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

To learn more about us, visit our website: www.emagine-consulting.com