Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Database Engineer to support our growing data environment. This role is essential for maintaining the reliability and performance of our applications. You will be part of a team managing a complex and expanding system, and we seek a passionate individual with a strong commitment to consistency and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain various database servers
Monitor system performance and optimize as needed.
Implement and uphold security protocols.
Design and maintain cloud infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code tools.
Develop and manage data backup and recovery processes to ensure data security.
Collaborate with the application development team to establish data architecture and quality standards.
Plan for capacity and conduct regular system audits to optimize resource use.
Document and standardize system procedures.
Perform schema changes without downtime.
Automate routine tasks.
Participate in on-call support as needed.
Basic Qualifications
4+ years of experience in managing data environments, including architecture, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Proficiency in automation and scripting languages.
Familiarity with data query languages and stored routines.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of cloud data solutions and infrastructure provisioning tools.
Experience with managing complex data environments and addressing performance challenges.
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools.
Ability to work across multiple functions and adapt to various tasks.
Problem-solving skills and algorithmic thinking.
Collaborative and positive work ethic, with a focus on ownership and enjoyment.
Strong communication skills.
Technical Stack
Kubernetes, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Clickhouse, MongoDB.
What we offer
Full ownership of the projects you work on.
What you will be doing will have a huge impact.
Team of passionate people who love what they do.
Exciting projects, ability to implement your own ideas and improvements.
Opportunity to learn and grow.
...and everything you need to be effective and maintain work-life balance:
Flexible working hours.
Hybrid work environment (We encourage you to work one day per week from our beautiful Krakow office )
Professional development funds.
Choice of your laptop and other equipment.
Premium Medical Insurance as well as Private Life Assurance.
KUP Tax discount.
Annual and Long-Term Bonuses.
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The Poland annualized base salary range for this position is zł235,000.00-zł353,000.00. Please note that while the salary range represents the minimum and maximum base salary rate for this position, the actual compensation offered will be based on job related capabilities, applicable experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for bonus, benefits, or related incentives that will be communicated during the offer stage.Hybrid: In this role, our hybrid experience is designed at the team level to give you a rich onsite experience packed with connection, collaboration, learning, and celebration - while also giving you flexibility to work remotely for part of the week. This role must attend our local office for part of the week. The specific in-office schedule is to be determined by the hiring manager.
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