Microsoft Database Administrator

• Long-term and stable cooperation
• Opportunity to work in highly secure and enterprise-scale environments
• Participation in international and mission-critical projects
• Hybrid work model
• Exposure to Microsoft Fabric and modern data platforms
• Additional benefits package (private healthcare, sports card, etc.)
• Structured processes and mature IT governance environment

• Proven experience in administration of complex Microsoft SQL Server environments deployed across distributed infrastructures
• Strong expertise in database performance optimization, tuning, and capacity planning
• Hands-on experience with scripting MS SQL databases, data transformations, ETL processes, and cloud-based data services
• Experience in design, implementation, and maintenance of Microsoft Business Intelligence on-premises tools and services
• Experience in design, implementation, and maintenance of Microsoft Fabric tools and services
• Hands-on experience with database and infrastructure monitoring solutions
• Practical experience in administering virtualized environments
• Basic knowledge of other Microsoft systems and services
• Experience working in restricted/security-controlled environments
• Hands-on experience with Active Directory tiering models
• Knowledge of DBPlus Performance Monitor application
• Experience in creating and managing SQL Server Always On deployments
• Strong understanding of SQL Server recovery models (Full, Simple, Bulk-Logged) and disaster recovery methodologies
• Expertise in performance troubleshooting using SQL Profiler, Execution Plans, and Dynamic Management Views (DMVs)
• Valid personal security clearance at RESTREINT UE / EU RESTRICTED level (or higher) is required from the first day of assignment

Responsibilities

• Administration and monitoring of MS SQL-based database services
• Providing 2nd line support for database-related issues and operations
• Troubleshooting and resolving database incidents and performance bottlenecks
• Deploying and maintaining database environments
• Performing data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) activities
• Planning database capacity and availability
• Tuning and optimizing database performance
• Implementing changes in accordance with ICT change management procedures
• Monitoring database health, performance, and availability
• Managing database incidents and supporting recovery activities
• Updating technical documentation and operational procedures
• Preparing reports related to ongoing activities and support tasks
• Performing additional duties assigned by the supervisor