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Senior DBA (PostgreSQL | MySQL) - Full remote - Portugal

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Location
Portugal
Boost IT

Job Description

Boost IT is made up of people who are motivated to improve the world and who are passionate about technology. Our vision focuses on the skill to bring people together around complex problem solving for our clients, creating sophisticated solutions.

People are our most important asset and the reason for our business. We are proud of our strong culture, that challenges the status quo and always searches for the best solution for our clients.

We believe technology can lead to a positive change in society, connect and inspire and, ultimately, lead to a better future.

Tasks

  • Database Management: Design, implement, and manage robust database systems to ensure data accuracy, security, and availability in cloud-based, stand-alone installations and managed databases.
  • Performance Optimization: Monitor database performance, ensuring seamless and efficient operations in a cloud environment.
  • Backup and Recovery: Develop and execute reliable backup and recovery strategies to safeguard critical data in cloud-hosted and stand-alone databases.
  • Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve database issues promptly, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations in cloud and stand-alone environments.
  • Database Upgrades: Plan and execute database upgrades and migrations while minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity in cloud and stand-alone installations.
  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures for cloud-based and stand-alone setups.
  • Collaboration: Work with stakeholders to assess scope, develop business cases for data change, and deliver benefits by leveraging industry insights

Requirements

  • Degree in IT
  • Experience as a DBA - minimum 5 years of experience
  • Experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL
  • Experience in database upgrades
  • Experience with troubleshooting
  • Performance optimization

Advice from our career coach

As someone who has worked in various industries, including technology, I can tell you that applying for the Database Administrator position at Boost IT requires a strong understanding of database management and a proven track record in ensuring data accuracy, security, and availability in both cloud-based and stand-alone installations. To stand out as an applicant, here are some tips:

  • Highlight your degree in IT and at least 5 years of experience as a DBA in your resume and cover letter.
  • Showcase your experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL, as well as your expertise in database upgrades, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
  • Provide specific examples of how you have successfully planned and executed database upgrades and migrations while minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.
  • Emphasize your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to assess scope, develop business cases, and deliver benefits by leveraging industry insights.
  • Demonstrate your strong documentation skills by sharing how you have maintained comprehensive documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures for both cloud-based and stand-alone setups.

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