Database Administrator (DBA)

The DBA will need to work UK hours from 7 am UK till 7 pm UK, with required breaks. While constant desk presence is not required, the DBA should be available when called.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and monitor the production environment as well as ensure UAT and Staging environments are kept up to date, including regular production database copies.
• Provide guidance to developers on efficient table design and database schema best practices.
• Create and perform regular database maintenance tasks, including index maintenance, recovering space, and increasing database size as required, to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Perform occasional out-of-hours maintenance tasks, including database patching, to support critical updates and ensure minimal disruption to operations.

Qualifications:

• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong hands-on experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and TimescaleDB.
  • Proficient in SQL and database tuning techniques.
  • Experience with database replication, clustering, and high availability setups.
• Tools & Technologies:
  • Familiarity with database monitoring tools (e.g., Percona Monitoring and Management, pgAdmin, TimescaleDB’s Toolkit).
  • Knowledge of cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, Azure Database).
  • Proficiency with scripting languages like Python or Bash for automation.
  • Familiarity with Linux systems is an added advantage for managing database servers.
• Problem Solving & Communication:
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for resolving complex database issues.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3+ years of professional experience managing relational databases.
  • Certifications in database technologies (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) are a plus.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement? Apply Anyway!
Studies suggest that many talented individuals hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every single requirement. At Domotz, we value potential, passion, and a willingness to learn above all. If this role excites you and you believe you could thrive in it over time, we encourage you to apply—even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification. We’re looking for people who are eager to grow and make an impact, and we’d love to hear from you.