MS SQL Server Database Administrator

About Altimi

Altimi is a technology acceleration partner with impressive experience spanning over 20 years, specializing in the successful delivery of software development projects for international customers. We are based in Poland. Our main area of operation is the DACH region and Scandinavia, where we are known for providing top-notch software development services.

Our primary focus are managed services for companies seeking to accelerate growth, solve complex tech problems, build MVP/POC and/or modify legacy infrastructures.

The main area of competence include Product & Application Engineering, DevOps, Cloud Security & Managed Services and AI & Data Enablement.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator to join a project for a public institution in Germany.

Responsibilities

• At least 3 years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server databases
• Practical knowledge of HA/DR mechanisms (Always On, replication, clustering)
• Experience in database performance tuning and optimization
• Familiarity with cloud database services (Azure SQL, Azure SQL Managed Instance) is a plus
• Knowledge of monitoring and automation tools (PowerShell, Azure Monitor) is a plus
• Proven track record of at least 3 completed projects within the last 3 years involving MS SQL Server database development
• Experience with at least 2 completed projects focused on the maintenance and upkeep of MS SQL Server database systems
• Experience with at least 1 completed larger-scale project involving the development and/or new build of an MS SQL Server database system
• English proficiency sufficient for working in an international environment

Nice to have

• German language skills - candidates with at least a B1 level can qualify for a higher rate

Requirements

• Administer and monitor Microsoft SQL Server environments (installation, configuration, updates)
• Manage database performance - query, index, and execution plan optimization
• Configure and oversee backup, replication, and disaster recovery mechanisms
• Manage database access permissions and security
• Monitor and troubleshoot performance issues and incidents
• Collaborate with development teams on database structure design
• Document environments and maintenance procedures

Benefits

• Join for a role, stay for the development: More than 40% of our team is working with us longer than 5 years. Explore diverse domains, projects and modern technologies through internal mobility.
• Learn from the best: Almost 60% of all our colleague has over 10 years of professional experience.
• Flexibility: Work fully remotely, full-time from our office in Wroclaw or in a hybrid model.
• Practical benefits: private medical care, life insurance, sport card.