Azure Database Administrator

Location: 

Warsaw, PL, 00-189

Cooperation Type:  Internal consultant (B2B)

 

At KMD, we build digital solutions used by millions of people around the world. These solutions are the digital foundations of our most important institutions, from governments and public services to financial industries and private companies. Our mission is to ensure that they are reliable, accessible, and efficient.

We believe that the future is what you make it. So a career at KMD is a career with purpose and freedom. One where you’ll have a direct hand in improving the lives of people, while being empowered with the resources and autonomy to shape the course of your own professional journey. 

Location: Warsaw (Inflancka 4A) or Remote Work (Poland) 
B2B Contract, Targeted Salary: 150 - 170 PLN Net/Hour 

 

#PostgreSQL #MicrosoftSQL #AzureDatabase #SQL #T-SQL #SSMS #AzureRBAC #pgAdmin

 

Are you ready to join our international team as a Azure Database Administrator? We shall tell you why you should...

 

What products do we develop?

 

KMD Elements is a cloud-based solution tailored for the energy and utility market. It offers a highly efficient way to handle complex data validation and advanced formula-based settlements on time series. Designed for the international market, KMD Elements automates intricate calculation and billing processes. Key features include an advanced configuration engine, robust automation capabilities, multiple integration options, and a customer-centric interface. More info can be found here

 

How do we work?


#Agile #Scrum #Teamwork #CleanCode #CodeReview #E2Eresponsibility #ConstantImprovement

 

Your responsibilities: 

 

  • Administer and maintain database environments including Azure Database for PostgreSQL (Flexible Server / Hyperscale) and Azure SQL Database.
  • Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues, including performance tuning, and index management.
  • Create, test, and manage backups and Disaster Recovery procedures (e.g., Point-in-time Restore, Geo-Redundancy).  
  • Participate in data migration projects, including compatibility analysis, planning, execution, and testing.
  • Automate administrative tasks using scripting and tools such as Azure DevOps pipelines, Python, and Azure CLI.
  • Collaborate with Platform and ETL teams to deliver best possible performance of daily operations
  • Implement and oversee security and compliance policies (e.g., RBAC, auditing, encryption at rest and in transit). 
      

Ideal candidate:  

 

  • Has 3+ years of experience in administering PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server relational databases.  
  • Is familiar with Microsoft Azure and its database services, such as: Azure SQL Database, Azure Database for PostgreSQL (Flexible Server), Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure Backup.
  • Has experience with optimizing JSON and JSONB data types usage.
  • Has experience with database migrations (both logical and physical), using e.g. pg_dump, bacpac, and SqlPackage.
  • Is proficient in SQL, T-SQL, and pgSQL.
  • Knows how to use administrative tools like SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), and pgAdmin.
  • Understands best practices in data security, auditing, and access management (including Azure RBAC, Managed Identities).  

 

Nice to Have:

 

  • Experience with on-premise SQL databases
  • Certification: DP-300 – Administering Relational Databases on Microsoft Azure
  • Certifications: AZ-104

 

 

Benefits:

 

KMD (an NEC company) is committed to providing equal opportunities. Hence, we invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. At KMD all aspects of employment and cooperation including the decision to hire/cooperate with will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected under local anti-discrimination legislation.