Database Administrator

Summary

Join our team as a Database Administrator (DBA) Level 2! This B2B contract role, based remotely in Bulgaria, requires 2-5 years of hands-on database experience. You will be responsible for database performance, integrity, and security across development and production environments. Key responsibilities include installation, configuration, and maintenance of database systems; performance monitoring and query tuning; managing backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies; implementing security measures; and collaborating with development and DevOps teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong SQL and scripting skills and experience with various RDBMS systems.

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years of experience in a DBA role with enterprise-level databases
• Work experience in at least one major RDBMS (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL)
• Knowledge of SQL, T-SQL/PL-SQL, indexing, and query optimization
• Experience with database monitoring and performance tuning tools
• Experience with backup and recovery strategies and tools
• Scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Shell, Python)

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain database systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Monitor database performance and tune complex queries for optimal performance
• Manage database backup, recovery, high availability (HA), and disaster recovery (DR) strategies
• Implement security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with data governance policies
• Perform database upgrades, patching, and migration activities
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support application deployment and database changes
• Troubleshoot database-related issues and provide 24/7 support as needed
• Create and maintain documentation, standards, and procedures
• Automate routine tasks using scripts or tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python)