SQL Database Administrator

We're looking for an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator to support and optimize critical database environments integrated with Microsoft Azure.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and maintain Microsoft SQL Server production databases.

Administer Always On Availability Groups and Failover Cluster Instances.

Investigate and resolve database incidents, performing root cause analysis.

Execute production releases using Azure DevOps and UrbanCode Deploy.

Optimize database performance through query tuning and T-SQL improvements.

Manage Azure SQL and related Azure services.

Ensure database security, permissions management, and documentation.

Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and operations teams.

Drive continuous improvement of database processes and operations.

Requirements

5+ years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration.

Strong experience in production support, incident management, and performance tuning.

Solid experience with Microsoft Azure.

Technical Skills

SQL Server Administration and T-SQL (mandatory)

PowerShell (mandatory)

Azure SQL, Azure DevOps, Azure, Pipelines, Azure Monitor and Azure Event Hub (mandatory)

Failover Cluster Instances (FCI)

PostgreSQL

UrbanCode Deploy (UCD)

Azure Database Administrator certification

Profile

Fluent English (C1).

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of production environments.

Experience working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience in regulated environments is a plus.

Location

Based in Portugal, preferably Lisbon area.

Hybrid working model.