Database Administrator

Database Administrator – Cerved

Cerved is the Italian tech company that supports sustainable growth, risk management, and digital transformation using predictive signals and exclusive data and analytics.

Cerved Rating Agency provides credit merit assessments, ESG ratings, and debt emission analysis. Since 2021, Cerved is part of ION Group, a leading FinTech operator.

We are seeking a Database Administrator to join the Data Architectures & Technologies (DAT) area. The role will manage critical high‑availability databases, ensuring reliability, security, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage relational and non‑relational database architectures.
• Ensure availability, integrity, and security of corporate data.
• Monitor database performance and optimize queries, indexes, and data access processes.
• Plan and execute backup, restore, and disaster‑recovery activities.
• Manage updates, patching, migrations, and consumption estimation in AWS, OCI, and Atlas cloud environments.
• Apply DevOps CI/CD concepts to data ecosystem.
• Collaborate with development, IT, and Cyber Security teams for new application releases.
• Define and enforce data access policies in line with regulations such as GDPR and PSD2.
• Document configurations, operating procedures, and technical standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Engineering, or related field.
• Established experience as Database Administrator, ideally in FinTech, Banking, or Digital settings.
• Deep knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server).
• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Competency in data security, encryption, and privilege management.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, OCI, Atlas) and managed database services.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and prioritization skills in complex contexts.
• Team orientation and effective communication with technical and business stakeholders.
• Understanding of Agile development methodology.
• Good command of English, written and spoken.

Location

Milano, Torino, Roma, Mangone (CS)

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Business Development, Marketing, and Information Technology

Industries

Information Services

EEO Statement

Cerved Group guarantees equal opportunity to all candidates and commits to diversity and inclusion.