Database Administrator (f/m/d)

Mission

As part of the Systems Engineering team, you will join as a Junior to Mid-level Database Administrator. You will support the operation, monitoring and continuous improvement of our Azure SQL environments while working closely with experienced senior team members. This role offers the opportunity to develop your cloud database expertise in a collaborative international environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administration of Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance environments under the guidance of senior team members.
• Monitor database health using Azure Monitor, Azure Metrics and Query Performance Insight, escalating anomalies and logging findings.
• Assist with performance investigations by identifying slow-running queries, reviewing execution plans and applying optimisation recommendations with senior support.
• Execute backup and restore procedures using Azure Backup for SQL and automated backup policies.
• Participate in regular recovery testing.
• Maintain access and security controls by assisting in managing logins, roles and permissions in line with least-privilege principles.
• Support database patching and updates in non-production environments. Document changes for senior review before production rollout.
• Collaborate with development teams on schema review tasks, flagging potential issues before deployment.
• Contribute to automation efforts by developing T-SQL scripts and PowerShell automation to reduce manual tasks.
• Maintain documentation including runbooks, backup schedules, access matrices and incident logs.
• Participate in on-call learning rotations alongside senior Database Administrators to build incident response experience.
• Assist with Azure cost monitoring, flagging unexpected resource usage and scaling opportunities.