IT Operations Database Expert

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Assist in maintaining the stable and dependable functioning of database environments utilizing Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, and PostgreSQL.

• Manage responsibilities related to incident and change management.

• Install, configure, and oversee database instances.

• Evaluate performance challenges and apply suitable optimization strategies.

• Ensure effective backup and recovery procedures are in place.

• Develop and supervise high-availability and disaster recovery strategies.

• Enhance maintenance tasks and monitoring activities.

• Automate operational and deployment tasks using Python, PowerShell, and Ansible.

• Assist in the development and upkeep of CI/CD pipelines for database-related deployments.

• Aid in the standardization of operational processes while ensuring data quality and information integrity.

• Produce clear and traceable technical documentation.

• Support decisions regarding architecture and platform.

• Investigate emerging technologies such as AI-driven automation and contribute insights for the ongoing enhancement of database environments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong expertise in administering Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, and PostgreSQL.

• Practical experience with Python and PowerShell.

• Ideally, familiarity with automating IT operations using Ansible.

• Basic understanding of DevOps principles and experience with CI/CD pipelines, especially for database-related deployments.

• Methodical approach to analyzing incidents and performance challenges and deriving suitable actions.

• Independent, dependable, and solution-focused working style.

• Ideally, knowledge of Windows Server and Linux.

• Experience with Docker and monitoring tools, or initial exposure to Python-based machine learning or AI, is advantageous.

• Proficient in written and spoken German and English.

• Capable of documenting and conveying technical information clearly.

🏝️ Benefits

• Permanent full-time position.

• Flexible working options available in Böblingen and remote settings.